UFC Edmonton Card Changes: Lewis and Romanov Did Not Meet
The heavyweight lineup for UFC Edmonton changed before the event. Lewis and Romanov were initially expected to meet, but the bout did not happen at UFC Edmonton.
Event Details
UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi took place at Rogers Place in Edmonton on November 2, 2024. The final card featured a flyweight main event and a women’s flyweight co-main event.
The Heavyweight Collision
Derrick Lewis, known for his devastating knockout power and charismatic personality, was initially expected to face Alexandr Romanov, but that matchup did not happen. The Lewis–Romanov bout did not take place.
Tale of the Tape:
- Derrick Lewis: Ranked #10 in the heavyweight division
- Alexandr Romanov: Ranked #13 in the heavyweight division
Lewis, the all-time UFC knockout leader, brings an impressive 28-12-0 record to the fight. Standing at 6’3″ with a reach of 79 inches, “The Black Beast” poses a significant threat to anyone in the division.
Romanov, with a 17-3-0 record, is looking to climb the ranks and make a statement against the veteran Lewis. At 6’2″ and sporting a 75-inch reach, the Moldova-born fighter trains out of Lion Club Comrat and is known for his grappling prowess.
A Stacked Card
Derrick Lewis and Alexandr Romanov were initially scheduled to fight, but their bout was removed from the card. Brandon Moreno and Amir Albazi headlined the event, with Erin Blanchfield and Rose Namajunas in the co-main.
UFC CEO Dana White expressed excitement about the promotion’s return to Canada, stating, “We’re going back to Canada.” This event marks the second UFC venture in the country for 2024, showcasing the organization’s commitment to its Canadian fanbase.
Canadian Representation
Canadian fighters competed throughout the final card, which also included the heavyweight bout between Romanov and Rodrigo Nascimento.
What to Expect
The Lewis–Romanov matchup did not take place. Romanov instead faced Rodrigo Nascimento on the preliminary card and won by unanimous decision.
UFC Edmonton took place on November 2, 2024. Brandon Moreno defeated Amir Albazi in the main event, Erin Blanchfield defeated Rose Namajunas in the co-main, and Romanov beat Nascimento by unanimous decision.
Citations:
[1] Yahoo Sports
[Result] UFC official update
[2] MMA Mania
[3] Tapology
[4] TheScore
[5] Sportsnet
Sources
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