Combat sports fans have a busy weekend ahead, with former UFC fighters and champions scheduled to compete in MMA and bareknuckle boxing events from July 17 to July 19. The action stretches beyond one promotion, giving viewers several chances to track familiar names around the world.
The top UFC attraction is Fight Night 281 in Oklahoma City. That event is set to feature a middleweight main event between former champions Dricus Du Plessis and Kamaru Usman, putting two of the sport’s most recognizable veterans in the spotlight as the promotion returns to the city.
Outside the UFC, the weekend schedule also includes other veterans continuing their careers in different settings. Some are appearing in MMA, while others are stepping into bareknuckle boxing, reflecting the growing number of paths available to experienced fighters after their UFC runs.
Taken together, the July 17-19 lineup offers a broad look at where UFC alumni are competing now. From a major UFC headliner in Oklahoma City to veteran appearances on cards elsewhere, the weekend features a strong mix of established names and crossover interest for fight fans.
