With the addition, the latest UFC on ESPN+ 25 lineup includes: Corey Anderson vs. Jan Blachowicz Dana White’s Contender Series winner Brok Weaver will make his octagon debut in New Mexico. However, he was forced to withdraw from the card for undisclosed reasons. Cage-Fights | MMA – Fighting News and Views from the Web. The 28-year-old fighter most recently competed in August, when he outpointed Devin Smyth on DWCS to win a UFC contract. In his promotional debut at UFC Uruguay, Vargas lost a unanimous decision against Brazil’s Alex da Silva. We'll never pass along your email address to spammers, scammers, or the like. Rogerio Bontorin vs. Ray Borg Brok Weaver vs. Rodrigo Vargas set for UFC on ESPN+ 25 in Rio Rancho, N.M. Brok Weaver has his UFC debut scheduled.. Montana De La Rosa vs. Mara Romero Borella LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - AUGUST 13: Brok Weaver stands in his corner between rounds of his welterweight bout against Devin Smyth during Dana White's Contender Series week 8 at the UFC Apex on August 13, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Macy Chiasson vs. Nicco Montano The card is headlined by a light heavyweight main event between Corey Anderson and Jan Blachowicz. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. The Mexico City native entered the Octagon with an 11-3 record with seven knockouts. Weaver eventually made it back up to his feet. The Mexican fighter caught Weaver’s leg and then landed a knee and right hand. Gadzhimurad Antigulov vs. Devin Clark Follow along with FanSided MMA all your live results and highlights. Vargas was able to get a takedown. Brok Weaver defeated Rodrigo Vargas via disqualification (illegal knee to a downed opponent), Round 1 – 4:02 at UFC Rio Rancho on Saturday, … The 2019 Dana White’s Contender Series product will return next month at UFC on ESPN+ 25 in a lightweight matchup against Rodrigo Vargas.The news was announced by Weaver on Instagram and MMA Junkie later confirmed with Vargas’ side. The 34-year-old Vargas (11-3 MMA, 0-1 UFC) debuted with the promotion in August and lost a unanimous decision to Alex da Silva. Brok Weaver defeated Rodrigo Vargas via disqualification (illegal knee to a downed opponent), Round 1 – 4:02 at UFC Rio Rancho on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020, live from the Santa Ana Star Center in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Brok Weaver, one of 2019’s Contender Series contract winners, will make his debut at UFC Rio Rancho against Rodrigo Vargas. Vargas made his UFC debut on Aug. 10, 2019, losing to Alex da Silva Coelho. Be sure to check us out on social media via the links listed, or visit our About/Contact page to leave feedback, meet our staff, or get in touch! Mark De La Rosa vs. Raulian Paiva For Rodrigo Vargas (11-3) the bout will be his second attempt at a first win in the UFC. Weaver SO CLOSE to securing the first round finish! Weaver (14-4 MMA, 0-0 UFC) was scheduled to debut in the promotion in October against Thomas Gifford, but was forced to withdraw from the bout due to undisclosed reasons. Weaver made his UFC debut on Saturday night. Vargas landed a few good shots but Weaver was able to get a deep guillotine choke from full guard. The event is headlined by a light heavyweight rematch between Corey Anderson and Jan Blachowicz.Weaver (14-4 MMA, 0-0 UFC) was scheduled to debut in the promotion in October against Thomas Gifford, but was forced to withdraw from the bout due to undisclosed reasons. When not slaving at the keyboard, he can be found in the company of his dog, a good book, or getting lost in the woods. #UFCRioRancho pic.twitter.com/arBmak2mSl. As part of the fifth fight of the evening, the recent signatory of the best league in the world Brok Weaver and promising Italian Rodrigo Vargas will meet in person. Your privacy is safe with us. The news was announced by Weaver on Instagram and MMA Junkie later confirmed with Vargas’ side. Weaver entered the fight with a 14-4 record. The former Combate Americas fighter trains out of Mexican Pride Gym in Mexico City. John Dodson vs. Nathaniel Wood 163. 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Weaver was able to move his back up against the fence and tried to go for a choke. Weaver (14-4) had been scheduled for a bout with Thomas Gifford back in October. 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Weaver came out and immediately threw a kick. The pair will be meeting for the second time in that fight. @BWeaverUFC is all the vibes! Editor at Cageside Press, Jay has been covering the sport of mixed martial arts for several years. It looked like Vargas was going to be forced to tap out but was able to escape. Vargas was able to get out of the hold but remained on top of Weaver. #UFCRioRancho pic.twitter.com/GVkuSM5Qfh. Prior to joining the UFC, however, Mexico’s ‘Kazula’ had gone 7-1 dating back to 2014. Weaver, fighting out of McIntosh, Alabama, announced the news himself on social media Friday. Build your custom FanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis on All MMA and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Vargas had success landing a low leg kick, just above the ankle. The event is headlined by a light heavyweight rematch between Corey Anderson and Jan Blachowicz. WE HERE! Dana White’s Contender Series winner Brok Weaver will make his octagon debut in New Mexico. Michel Pereira vs. Diego Sanchez While replay is not allowed in the state of New Mexico, the replays on the broadcast clearly showed that Weaver was sitting on his butt and not even close to being up. Jay holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Guelph, and a Certificate in Leadership Skills from Humber College. From the ground, Vargas landed a vicious illegal knee. Powered by Minute Media © 2020 All Rights Reserved. brok weaver vs rodrigo vargas He was then booked to fight Marc Diakiese on July 15 but withdrew for unknown reasons.Vargas (11-4 MMA, 0-2 UFC) is still in search of his first UFC win. (Photo by Chris Unger/DWCS LLC/Zuffa LLC). Scott Holtzman vs. Jim Miller Yancy Medeiros vs. Lando Vannata Vargas pushed forward and threw a combination of kicks and strikes but few connected. 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Immediately, the referee Robert Romero ran in and stopped the fight. 2,877 Likes, 151 Comments - Brok “Chata Tuska” Weaver (@brokweaverufc) on Instagram: “It’s officially #scalpingseason Brok “Chata Tuska” Weaver VS Rodrigo “Kazula” Vargas Saturday…” The 2019 Dana White’s Contender Series product will return next month at UFC on ESPN+ 25 in a lightweight matchup against Rodrigo Vargas. His work has appeared on The MMA Corner, What Culture, Cage Pages, MMA News, Today's Knockout, and Fox Sports (via Fansided).