UFC Houston weigh-in results: Strickland vs. Hernandez

The UFC returns to Texas with a pivotal event as UFC Houston: Strickland vs. Hernandez takes over the Toyota Center in Houston. With serious middleweight implications on the line, this Fight Night card could reshape the title picture at 185 pounds.

In the main event, former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland steps back into the Octagon to defend his elite status against surging contender Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez, who rides into Houston on an eight-fight winning streak.

With momentum on one side and experience on the other, this matchup carries major consequences for the division.

Main Event Preview: Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez

Sean Strickland returns after a turbulent stretch in his career. Once the king of the middleweight division following his stunning victory over Israel Adesanya, Strickland saw his title reign cut short by Dricus Du Plessis. A failed attempt to reclaim the belt raised questions about whether “Tarzan” remains a legitimate title threat.

Now, he faces arguably his toughest stylistic challenge in Anthony Hernandez.

Hernandez has quietly built one of the most impressive win streaks in the division. With eight consecutive victories — including six finishes — “Fluffy” has overwhelmed opponents with relentless pressure, elite grappling transitions, and suffocating pace. His cardio and aggression have broken seasoned fighters.

For Hernandez, this is more than just another fight. A win over a former champion likely earns him a title eliminator — or perhaps even a direct title shot.

For Strickland, this is about survival at the top.

Expect a clash between Strickland’s disciplined, high-volume jab-heavy striking style and Hernandez’s grinding, pressure-based attack.

Co-Main Event: Geoff Neal vs. Uros Medic

The welterweight division gets its spotlight in a guaranteed action fight.

Geoff Neal, currently ranked inside the top 15, looks to rebound after suffering a brutal spinning back elbow knockout loss in his last outing. Known for his power and clean boxing fundamentals, Neal must defend his ranking against the fast-rising Uros Medic.

Medic enters on back-to-back 63-second knockout wins and is pushing hard to break into the welterweight rankings. With both men known for striking prowess, this fight could end violently — and quickly.

If Medic wins, he crashes into the top 15. If Neal wins, he reasserts himself as a serious threat at 170 pounds.

Heavyweight Spotlight: Serghei Spivac vs. Ante Delija

The heavyweight division needs fresh contenders, and this bout could produce one.

Serghei Spivac is looking to snap a two-fight skid and remind the division of his grappling-heavy dominance. But standing in his way is Croatian powerhouse Ante Delija, who sees this as his breakout moment.

A convincing win could push Delija into serious contender conversations — especially with the division currently in flux.

This one has serious “statement fight” energy attached to it.

MAIN CARD

• Main Event – Middleweight Bout: Sean Strickland (185) vs Anthony Hernandez (186)
• Co-Main Event – Welterweight Bout: Geoff Neal (170.5) vs Uroš Medić (171)
• Featherweight Bout: Dan Ige (145.5) vs Melquizael Costa (145.5)
• Heavyweight Bout: Serghei Spivac (251.5) vs Ante Delija (239)
• Welterweight Bout: Jacobe Smith (171) vs Josiah Harrell (171)
• Middleweight Bout: Zachary Reese (185.5) vs Michel Pereira (186)

PRELIMS

• Welterweight Bout: Chidi Njokuani (171) vs Carlos Leal (170)
• Flyweight Bout: Ode’ Osbourne (126) vs Alibi Idiris (126)
• Flyweight Bout: Alden Coria (125.5) vs Luis Gurule (125)
• Women’s Bantamweight Bout: Nora Cornolle (136) vs Joselyne Edwards (135.5)
• Welterweight Bout: Ramiz Brahimaj (170.5) vs Punahele Soriano (171)
• Welterweight Bout: Phil Rowe (172) vs Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani (170.5)
• Featherweight Bout: Jordan Leavitt (145.5) vs Yadier del Valle (145.5)
• Women’s Flyweight Bout: Juliana Miller (126) vs Carli Judice (125)

What’s at Stake at UFC Houston?

• A potential middleweight title eliminator
• A welterweight rankings shake-up
• A possible new heavyweight contender is emerging
• Momentum shifts across three divisions

UFC Houston may not carry a championship bout, but make no mistake — this is a card with real consequences.

With Strickland fighting to remain elite and Hernandez fighting to ascend into title contention, the headline fight alone makes this one of the most meaningful Fight Night events of the year.