UFC Vancouver’s main event delivered a surprising turn of events as Reinier de Ridder faced Brendan Allen in a potential middleweight title eliminator. The Dutchman entered the bout riding a four-fight win streak and was originally scheduled to meet Anthony Hernandez on the October 18 Fight Night card. However, after ‘Ruffy’ withdrew due to injury, Allen stepped in on short notice.
Many expected an easy night for the former ONE FC double champion, but things didn’t go according to plan. After a grueling four rounds, de Ridder’s corner threw in the towel, unable to let him continue, handing Allen the upset victory.