UFC Vegas 107 Cancels Blanchfield-Barber Flyweight Bout Due Medical Emergency

The highly anticipated UFC Vegas 107 main event between top women's flyweight contenders Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber was abruptly canceled just moments before the fight due to a serious medical emergency involving Barber, reportedly a seizure. Barber had missed weight by half a pound and accepted a purse penalty but was medically unfit to compete, leading to widespread frustration and disbelief from Blanchfield, who labeled the situation as "unprofessional" and expressed no interest in rescheduling the bout. UFC executive Hunter Campbell personally informed Blanchfield of Barber's medical issue backstage, adding to the shock and confusion as the event concluded without the much-anticipated fight. Despite Barber's recent successful return from a 14-month layoff, her health concerns again prevented her from fighting, while Blanchfield, who made weight, has since stated that Barber should consider moving to another division and focus on her personal issues. The cancellation overshadowed other fights on the card, including Mateusz Gamrot's unanimous decision win and notable performances from Ramiz Brahimaj and Dustin Jacoby. Fans and fighters alike were left hoping for Barber's full recovery amid the unprecedented cancellation.