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UFC 325 Canceled Bout After Aaron Tau Misses Weight

1/31/2026

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Aaron Tau missed weight by four pounds at UFC 325 weigh-ins in Sydney, causing cancellation of his bout with Namsrai Batbayar.
Tau weighed 122.5 pounds in a privacy box, sparking suspicions of foul play.
Tau apologized on Instagram.
He later weighed 129 pounds when asked to weigh in again without the box.
The event will still feature 13 fights, including a featherweight championship rematch between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes.

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Historical Context

The UFC has faced ongoing challenges with weight regulations since its inception. In 2012, Frankie Edgar's weight miss at UFC 125 led to a title fight cancellation, prompting fines from the Nevada State Athletic Commission. This incident reflects broader issues in mixed martial arts, where weight compliance remains critical for event integrity, influencing oversight and athlete participation in future competitions.

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Story summary

Aaron Tau missed weight by four pounds at UFC 325 weigh-ins in Sydney, causing cancellation of his bout with Namsrai Batbayar.
Tau weighed 122.5 pounds in a privacy box, sparking suspicions of foul play.
Tau apologized on Instagram.
He later weighed 129 pounds when asked to weigh in again without the box.
The event will still feature 13 fights, including a featherweight championship rematch between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes.

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