UFC Fight Night 252: Cejudo vs. Song - Main Event Preview and Fight Card Breakdown

UFC Fight Night 252, also known as UFC on ESPN+ 110, is a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

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Main Event This matchup is highly anticipated due to Cejudo’s return to the octagon after his retirement and Song’s rising status in the division.

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Fight Card Details Henry Cejudo vs. Yadong Song - Bantamweight Main Event Jean Matsumoto vs. Rob Font - A catchweight bout at 140 pounds, replacing Dominick Cruz who withdrew due to injury.

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Several fights have been affected by injuries leading up to the event, including a women’s bantamweight bout that was initially scheduled between Ketlen Vieira and Macy Chiasson but was scrapped due to Chiasson’s injury.

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Injuries have played a significant role in shaping the fight card for UFC Fight Night 252. Notably: Dominick Cruz was forced out of his co-main event matchup against Rob Font due to an injury.

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Other fighters such as Islam Dulatov and Edson Barboza also withdrew from their respective bouts for undisclosed reasons or injuries.

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This event promises an exciting lineup despite these changes, showcasing both established veterans and rising stars in the sport.

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