The 2025 edition of Noche UFC has undergone significant changes, moving from Guadalajara, Mexico, to San Antonio, Texas. The event will no longer carry a numbered designation and will instead be downgraded to a UFC Fight Night, losing the original UFC 320 label. This announcement came during the UFC Vegas 107 broadcast.
The decision to relocate stems from complications with Arena Guadalajara, a new venue designed to accommodate up to 20,000 spectators. Reports indicate that construction delays have hindered progress, leaving the arena unable to host the event as planned. As the situation escalated, other major events scheduled for the venue were also canceled, including concerts from high-profile artists like Katy Perry.
Fans had anticipated a title fight, with Yair Rodriguez expected to challenge Alexander Volkanovski for the UFC Featherweight Championship. This rematch was supposed to serve as the 2025 Noche UFC's main event in Guadalajara. However, with the transition to San Antonio and the downgrade to a Fight Night, the event will feature no title fights on the card.
This change prompts further questions regarding Rodriguez and his path to a title shot. If the rumors were accurate, will he still receive a championship opportunity? Alternatively, will the UFC consider outcomes from recent featherweight bouts to determine the next number one contender?
Although fans will not see a title fight this year, UFC officials expressed their intention to host Noche UFC in Guadalajara in 2026. The promotion remains committed to bringing high-caliber events to Mexico, despite the setbacks faced this year.
UFC Fight Night in San Antonio is set to feature matchups that promise to engage fans, but the absence of a title fight remains a disappointment. As details unfold, fans will be eager to see what the new lineup entails and how it lays the groundwork for future events in this vibrant combat sports market.
