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UFC Vancouver: 13 Fights Set for Saturday Showdown

10/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

UFC Vancouver will take place on Saturday at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, featuring 13 MMA fights.
The prelims will start at 4 PM ET, followed by the main card at 7 PM ET.
Notable matchups include No. 14 contender Bruno Silva against HyunSung Park, who is looking to recover from a recent loss.
Charles Jourdain will face Davey Grant in the featured prelim, with Jourdain aiming for his second consecutive win after an eye injury.
Grant seeks to extend his two-fight winning streak.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural UFC event, held on November 12, 1993, in Denver, Colorado, introduced mixed martial arts to a wider audience through an eight-man tournament featuring diverse fighting styles. Despite initial criticism and limited rules, the UFC evolved by implementing regulations and weight classes, ultimately transforming into a major global sports promotion that has significantly influenced combat sports culture over the past three decades.

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Story summary

UFC Vancouver will take place on Saturday at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, featuring 13 MMA fights.
The prelims will start at 4 PM ET, followed by the main card at 7 PM ET.
Notable matchups include No. 14 contender Bruno Silva against HyunSung Park, who is looking to recover from a recent loss.
Charles Jourdain will face Davey Grant in the featured prelim, with Jourdain aiming for his second consecutive win after an eye injury.
Grant seeks to extend his two-fight winning streak.

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