UFC Perth 2025 Fight Cancellations Reduce Card, Impact Ticket Sales

The UFC Fight Night in Perth on September 28, 2025, headlined by light heavyweight contenders Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes, is generating excitement as Perth hosts its first UFC Fight Night event. The event, supported by the Cook Government through Tourism WA, includes fan activities such as a press conference and ceremonial weigh-ins, aiming to boost local tourism and showcase Perth globally. However, the fight card has faced setbacks with several cancellations, including the co-main event and a welterweight bout between Oban Elliott and Jonathan Micallef canceled due to Elliott's illness, reducing the number of fights to 13. Elliott, a promising fighter looking to rebound after a recent loss, will miss his first scheduled fight since June, while Micallef, an Australian on a winning streak, was preparing to compete in front of a home crowd. Additionally, a light heavyweight bout between Junior Tafa and Ibo Aslan was removed due to Tafa's injury, further impacting the card's lineup. Despite these challenges, the event is expected to attract thousands of visitors and a global audience, continuing the UFC's strong presence in Perth following previous successful events.