UFC announces return to London – but key fighter could miss out

UFC to return to London's O2 Arena

The UFC is set to return to London's O2 Arena on March 19, 2023, for a Fight Night event. This will be the UFC's first event in London since March 2019, and the first time the promotion has held an event at the O2 Arena since 2016.

The main event of the UFC London fight card is expected to be a middleweight bout between Jack Hermansson and Darren Till. However, Till is currently dealing with an injury and his participation in the event is in jeopardy.

Till's injury could open the door for other contenders

If Till is unable to compete, it could open the door for other middleweight contenders to step in and face Hermansson. Paulo Costa, Sean Strickland, and Marvin Vettori are all potential replacements for Till.

The UFC London event is expected to be a stacked card, with several other exciting fights scheduled. The co-main event is expected to be a welterweight bout between Jorge Masvidal and Leon Edwards.

Other notable fights on the card include:

• Tom Aspinall vs. Curtis Blaydes (heavyweight)
• Arnold Allen vs. Calvin Kattar (featherweight)
• Molly McCann vs. Luana Pinheiro (women's flyweight)
• Paddy Pimblett vs. Jared Gordon (lightweight)

The UFC London event is sure to be a memorable one, with a stacked card and the potential for some major title implications. Fans will be eagerly awaiting news on Till's injury status, as his participation could have a major impact on the main event.