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UFC Fight Night: Evloev and Murphy Clash for Title Shot

3/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy takes place March 21, 2026, at The O2 Arena in London.
Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy headline the main event, seeking a title shot against champion Alexander Volkanovski.
Movsar Evloev enters with a 19-0 record.
Lerone Murphy is 17-0-1.
The main card begins at 4 p.m. ET and prelims at 1 p.m. ET, with Paramount+ exclusively streaming the event.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural UFC event, held on November 12, 1993, in Denver, Colorado, introduced mixed martial arts (MMA) to a broader audience. Co-created by Rorion Gracie and Art Davie, UFC 1 featured an eight-man tournament with minimal rules, showcasing fighters from various disciplines. This groundbreaking event laid the foundation for the UFC's evolution, leading to significant revenue and fan engagement in the sport today.

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Story summary

UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy takes place March 21, 2026, at The O2 Arena in London.
Movsar Evloev and Lerone Murphy headline the main event, seeking a title shot against champion Alexander Volkanovski.
Movsar Evloev enters with a 19-0 record.
Lerone Murphy is 17-0-1.
The main card begins at 4 p.m. ET and prelims at 1 p.m. ET, with Paramount+ exclusively streaming the event.

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