UFC 303 has been missing a key player as Conor McGregor was pulled from the event due to injury. Rumors of McGregor wanting more money were quickly shut down by UFC CEO Dana White, who stated that McGregor has never tried to renegotiate a contract before a fight. With McGregor out, his opponent Michael Chandler was also removed from the card. However, the UFC has quickly pivoted and added a light heavyweight title rematch as the new main event, featuring Alex Pereira defending his title against Jiri Prochazka. The co-main event will be a featherweight clash between Diego Lopes and Brian Ortega.
The rest of the UFC 303 main card sees a number of exciting matchups, including Michael Venom Page taking on Ian Machado Garry, Carlos Ulberg facing Anthony Smith, and Mayra Bueno Silva facing off against Macy Chiasson in a women’s bantamweight fight. While McGregor’s absence is felt, the UFC has still put together a strong card for fans to enjoy during International Fight Week. The event will take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday, June 29.
The replacement fights promise to be just as thrilling as the original McGregor-Chandler showdown. Pereira and Prochazka, both knockout winners at UFC 300, are set to compete for the light heavyweight title. Lopes and Ortega, coming off impressive wins in their last fights, are ready to go head-to-head in the featherweight division. Fans can expect an action-packed night of fights as the UFC 303 card delivers a mix of veteran fighters and up-and-coming talent.
The full card for UFC 303 features a variety of matchups across different weight classes, showcasing the depth of talent in the UFC roster. From the main event title rematch to the undercard preliminaries, fans can expect to see high-level martial arts action from start to finish. Despite McGregor’s absence, the UFC has managed to put together a card that will keep fans on the edge of their seats and deliver a night of entertainment for fight fans worldwide.
With McGregor sidelined due to injury, the focus now shifts to the new matchups and the opportunity for other fighters to shine in the spotlight. The absence of McGregor may have initially cast a shadow over UFC 303, but the promotion has shown its adaptability in swiftly rearranging the card to ensure that fans still get a memorable night of fights. As the event draws closer, anticipation continues to build for what promises to be an exciting and unforgettable night of MMA action at UFC 303.
