Phil Rowe Avoids Third Weight Miss at UFC Houston Weigh-In
Phil Rowe successfully avoided a third weight miss at UFC Houston by making weight for his bout against Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani. Initially, he weighed in at 172 pounds, one pound over the allowance for non-title fights. After a second attempt, Rowe hit the mark at 170.5 pounds, matching Lebosnoyani’s weight.
Phil Rowe’s Weigh-In Details
This weigh-in was significant for Rowe, who had previously missed weight in two other UFC bouts. In those fights, he came in overweight against Niko Price and Orion Cosce. Both fighters ultimately lost to Rowe by knockout.
Details of the Event
- Event: UFC Houston
- Location: Houston, Texas
- Fight Date: Saturday
Matchup Overview
Rowe accepted this fight on short notice. He stepped in after Lebosnoyani’s original opponent, Austin Vanderford, withdrew for undisclosed reasons. This was a critical fight for both competitors in the welterweight division.
Weigh-In Results
The main card weigh-in results were as follows:
| Fighter | Weight |
|---|---|
| Sean Strickland | 185 lbs |
| Anthony Hernandez | 186 lbs |
| Geoff Neal | 170.5 lbs |
| Uros Medic | 171 lbs |
| Dan Ige | 145.5 lbs |
| Melquizael Costa | 145.5 lbs |
| Serghei Spivac | 251.5 lbs |
| Ante Delija | 239 lbs |
| Jacobe Smith | 171 lbs |
| Josiah Harrell | 171 lbs |
Overall, Rowe’s successful weigh-in is a positive step as he prepares for his match against Lebosnoyani at UFC Houston. The atmosphere remains competitive with all fighters focused on their upcoming bouts.
