The Arena Guilherme Paraense in Belem, Brazil was home to a mediocre night of fights that was saved by a good main and co-main event. The card saw three (T)KOs, two submissions and six decisions, including two-split decisions. The card was marred by a number of fighters missing weight, leading to the fight between John Dodson and Pedro Munhoz being called off. A lack of hot water at the UFC’s chosen hotel was blamed for the difficulties.
The story going into tonight’s event was that of Lyoto Machida. He reluctantly stepped in to headline the event in his hometown, as the UFC continues struggling to find suitable headliners for its cards.