Get the latest updates from the UFC 290 weigh-ins. All fighters have made weight except Jalin Turner. Read more about the title fights and fight results.
| Key Points |
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| UFC 290 weigh-ins are underway, with all fighters expected to make weight for the big event. |
| Alexander Volkanovski and Yair Rodriguez will compete in a title unification bout in the main event. |
| Brandon Moreno and Alexandre Pantoja will face off in the co-main event. |
| Jalin Turner missed weight for his non-title lightweight fight against Dan Hooker. |
| All other fighters made weight for their respective bouts. |
The weigh-ins for UFC 290 are underway, and all 28 fighters are expected to tip the scales for the big International Fight Week card. However, Jalin Turner has failed to make weight for his non-title lightweight fight.
Title Fights
The main event of UFC 290 will feature a title unification bout between Alexander Volkanovski, the UFC Featherweight Champion, and interim titleholder Yair Rodriguez. Both fighters have successfully made weight, with Volkanovski weighing in at 144.5 pounds and Rodriguez at 145 pounds.
In the co-main event, Brandon Moreno will put his flyweight gold at stake against Alexandre Pantoja. Both fighters have made weight, coming in at 125 pounds each.
Jalin Turner’s Weight Issue
Unfortunately, Jalin Turner has missed weight for his lightweight fight against Dan Hooker. Turner tipped the scales at 158 pounds, which is two pounds over the limit for a non-title lightweight fight.
Fight Results
Here are the weigh-in results for the main card and prelims:
| Fighter | Weight |
|---|---|
| Alexander Volkanovski | 144.5 |
| Yair Rodriguez | 145 |
| Brandon Moreno | 125 |
| Alexandre Pantoja | 125 |
| Jalin Turner* | 158* |
| Dan Hooker | 155.5 |
| Robert Whittaker | 185.5 |
| Dricus Du Plessis | 186 |
| Bo Nickal | 186 |
| Val Woodburn | 185.5 |
Conclusion
The weigh-ins for UFC 290 have concluded, and all fighters except Jalin Turner have successfully made weight. The stage is now set for an exciting night of fights at International Fight Week. Stay tuned for more coverage of the UFC and MMA.
