The UFC London event has lost a bout just one day prior to fight night due to Luana Carolina missing weight significantly. Carolina weighed in at 144 pounds, eight pounds over the 136-pound limit for her bantamweight fight against Melissa Mullins, who made weight at 136 pounds. Despite both fighters wanting to proceed, the bout was canceled on regulatory grounds after official weigh-ins. Carolina, who has a history of missed weight, last fought in September, while Mullins sought to bounce back after a recent loss. The main event features Movsar Evloev against Lerone Murphy in a key title eliminator.

By the Numbers
  • Luana Carolina weighed 144 pounds, 8 pounds over the bantamweight limit.
  • Melissa Mullins weighed in at 136 pounds on the dot.
State of Play
  • The UFC London event is still set to proceed without the Carolina vs. Mullins fight.
  • Carolina has a troubling track record with weight cuts, missing weight three times in her UFC career.
What's Next

The UFC may reassess Carolina's future matchups given her continued weight issues, while Mullins will likely seek a replacement fight as her opportunities diminish. Both fighters need to focus on training, with Mullins hoping to secure a new matchup quickly.

Bottom Line

Fighters must prioritize weight management to avoid cancellations; Carolina's weight issues could jeopardize her career. UFC matchmakers have to consider potential alternatives for fighters like Mullins to maintain the integrity of event lineups.