The UFC Vegas 106: Burns vs. Morales official weigh-in occurred on Friday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, setting the stage for an exciting event. This fight card is headlined by a welterweight bout featuring No. 8 ranked Gilbert Burns (22-8) against No. 12 ranked Michael Morales (17-0). The stakes are high for Burns as he seeks to end a three-fight losing streak, while Morales aims to secure his spot in the Top 10 rankings by maintaining his undefeated record.
Morales was the first to step onto the scales, registering a weight of 170.5 pounds. Gilbert Burns followed closely behind, weighing in at 170 pounds even. This matchup is set to showcase the resilience of Burns and the promising talent of the young Morales.
The main card of UFC Vegas 106 kicks off at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+, filled with an exciting lineup of fights. Here are the official weigh-in results for the main card:
- Gilbert Burns (170) vs. Michael Morales (170.5)
- Rodolfo Bellato (205.5) vs. Paul Craig (205)
- Mairon Santos (155.5) vs. Sodiq Yusuff (155.5)
- Nursulton Ruziboev (185.5) vs. Dustin Stoltzfus (185.5)
- Melquizael Costa (145) vs. Julian Erosa (145)
- Matheus Camilo (155) vs. Gabe Green (154.5)
The preliminary card, also airing on ESPN+ starting at 4 p.m. ET, features several intriguing matchups as well. Here are the weigh-in results for the preliminary fights:
- Jared Gordon (156) vs. Thiago Moises (155.5)
- Tainara Lisboa (135.5) vs. Luana Santos (136)
- Connor Matthews (145) vs. Yadier del Valle (145.5)
- Denise Gomes (115) vs. Elise Reed (115)
- Carlos Hernandez (126) vs. HyunSung Park (125.5)
- Tecia Pennington (114.5) vs. Luana Pinheiro (115.5)
This weigh-in marks an essential step toward the main event. With Burns desperate to break his losing streak and Morales eager to climb the rankings, fight fans can anticipate a thrilling clash. The significance of this matchup reaches beyond rankings; it highlights the competitive nature of the welterweight division and the continual evolution of fighters in the UFC.
As UFC Vegas 106 approaches, the excitement builds. Both fighters are prepared to showcase their skills and determination inside the octagon. The event will not only serve as a turning point in their respective careers but also promise an unforgettable night of mixed martial arts action. Fans can tune into ESPN+ to watch as these athletes battle for glory and a chance to make a lasting impact in the UFC.
