UFC Opens 2025 Schedule with Dern-Ribas Rematch

The UFC launches its 2025 calendar with a Fight Night card in Las Vegas, featuring a highly anticipated rematch between Mackenzie Dern and Amanda Ribas, who first faced off in 2029, resulting in Dern's only professional loss. Dern, currently ranked No. 6, is coming off a victory against Loopy Godinez, while No. 8 Ribas looks to rebound from a loss to Rose Namajunas. Other notable bouts on the card include Chris Curtis versus Roman Kopylov and a match featuring veteran Santiago Ponzinibbio against Carlston Harris. Meanwhile, the MMA Junkie show 'Spinning Back Clique' will review its 2024 awards and preview the upcoming UFC event, inviting fan participation via a Q&A session. Additionally, Caroline Dubois will defend her WBC lightweight title against Jessica Camara in Sheffield, marking Camara's debut fight in the UK. This boxing match is set to be broadcast on Sky Sports and streamed on Peacock in the US.