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.