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UFC Perth Cuts Prices as Sales Lag and Late Scratches Thin Fight Card

A local TV report of a half-sold arena with discounted seats has intensified scrutiny of Perth’s multiyear UFC hosting deal.

Overview

  • 7News Australia reported RAC Arena is roughly half sold, with tickets discounted in the final days to boost attendance.
  • UFC confirmed Oban Elliott withdrew due to illness less than 48 hours before the event, and Jonathan Micallef will not receive a replacement.
  • The planned Junior Tafa vs. Ibo Aslan bout was canceled in fight week after a Tafa injury, with Jimmy Crute vs. Ivan Erslan elevated to co-main.
  • High prices and card quality were widely cited by fans and media for weak demand, with some seats reportedly dropping to about AUD 167 (around $110).
  • The Carlos Ulberg vs. Dominick Reyes headliner remains on, as reflected on the official weigh-in sheet, with the event proceeding on ESPN+ in the U.S.