UFC 255: Figueiredo vs. Perez
UFC 255: Figueiredo vs. Perez

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UFC 255: Figueiredo vs. Perez

2020
Movie
201 min
English

UFC 255: Figueiredo vs. Perez was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on November 21, 2020 at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. A UFC Flyweight Championship bout between current champion Deiveson Figueiredo and former UFC Bantamweight Champion Cody Garbrandt was expected to serve as the event headliner. However, it was announced on October 2 that Garbrandt pulled out due to a torn bicep and was replaced by Alex Perez, who was already scheduled to face Brandon Moreno at the event.

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Director: N/A (Live Sports Event)Genres: Sports, Mixed Martial Arts, Combat Sports

Plot Summary

UFC 255 was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on November 21, 2020, at the UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event featured a flyweight championship bout between the champion Deiveson Figueiredo and the number one contender Cody Garbrandt. The co-main event saw Valentina Shevchenko defend her flyweight title against Jennifer Maia.

Critical Reception

As a live sporting event, UFC 255 was primarily reviewed based on the quality of the fights, notable performances, and championship outcomes. The event featured two title fights and several other matchups, drawing attention from MMA enthusiasts. The performances of the champions and upsets were key points of discussion.

What Reviewers Say

  • The event was highlighted by dominant title defenses and exciting finishes.

  • Deiveson Figueiredo successfully defended his flyweight title in a thrilling main event.

  • Valentina Shevchenko continued her reign as flyweight queen with a strong performance.

Google audience: Audience reception typically focuses on the fight outcomes, fighter performances, and the excitement of the championship bouts. Fans often express satisfaction with decisive victories and highlight standout performances.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (Live Sports Event)

Fun Fact

Cody Garbrandt, originally scheduled to face Deiveson Figueiredo for the flyweight title, was forced to withdraw due to a torn bicep, leading to an interim title contender and ultimately Alex Perez stepping in.

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