UFC announces fight card in Des Moines

Bo Nickal vs. Reinier de Ridder: Odds and what to know ahead of UFC Des Moines middleweight bout
Former ONE Championship title holder De Ridder (19-2 MMA, 2-0 UFC) impressed in his first two UFC appearances when he scored back-to-back submission wins over Gerald Meerschaert and Kevin Holland. According to DraftKings, undefeated Nickal has opened up as a moderate -218 favorite against De Ridder, who’s listed as a +180 underdog.
UFC announces fight card in Des Moines for first time in company history
The UFC announced on Wednesday that it will host an event in Des Moines for the first time in company history. Here's when tickets will go on sale.
UFC officially heading to Des Moines on May 3rd
Late last night, the UFC officially announced their Des Moines card which will go down on May 3rd. While we’ve
Bo Nickal gets UFC-ranked opponent for Des Moines showdown
Nickal, 29, has skyrocketed up the divisional ladder since crossing over from the world of collegiate wrestling. The 2019 Dan Hodge Trophy winner, Nickal entered MMA with a decorated resume and aims to one day add UFC gold to his list of accomplishments.
UFC Des Moines: Fight Card, How to Watch, Ticket Prices
On May 3, 2025, the UFC will make its long-awaited return to Iowa, hosting UFC Fight Night at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. This event marks the UFC’s first visit to the state in over two decades, promising an electric atmosphere as local and traveling fans gather to witness top-tier MMA action.
UFC Fight Night coming to Des Moines in May
Bo Nickal is taking a step up to fight ranked competition. At the promotion's UFC Fight Night event May 3 at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, Nickal (7-0 MMA, 4-0 UFC) will take on former ONE Championship champion Reinier de Ridder (19-2 MMA, 2-0 UFC) in…
Jeremy Stephens signs with the UFC and will return against Mason Jones in Des Moines
The UFC is heading to Des Moines, Iowa on May 3rd the promotion officially announced last night. While fights have
Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo to headline first-ever UFC Fight Night in Des Moines
The promotion announced on Wednesday that it’ll be making its first-ever trip to Des Moines, Iowa, for a Fight Night card headlined by ranked bantamweight contenders Cory Sandhagen (No. 4) and Deiveson Figueiredo (No.
Canada’s Robertson, Sidey added to UFC Fight Night card in Des Moines
LAS VEGAS - Canadians Gillian (The Savage) Roberson and Serhiy Sidey have been added to a May 3 UFC Fight Night card in Des Moines, Iowa. Robertson, ranked 12th among UFC strawweight contenders, will face No. 9 Marina Rodriguez of Brazil while Sidey tackles American bantamweight Cameron (The Baby-Faced Killer) Smotherman.
UFC Des Moines: Bo Nickal Faces Off Against Stiffest Test Reinier de Ridder
Bo Nicka will take on former ONE Championship champion Reinier de Ridder at the UFC Des Moines on May 3 at the Wells Fargo Arena.
Sporting News on MSN1d
UFC veteran set to return at UFC Iowa after successful BKFC stint
The "who the f*** is that guy?" incident with Conor McGregor is unfortunately what many newer fans know Jeremy Stephens best ...
UFC’s Surprise Signing Brings Back a Fan Favorite for a Shocking Return
A seasoned veteran is making his return to the Octagon after a lengthy absence. With a career spanning over a decade and a ...
MMA Mania on MSN2d
Comeback! ‘Lil Heathen’ Added To UFC Iowa
After four years away from the promotion, Stephens is set to fight in his home state against UFC newcomer Mason Jones.
MMA Fighting on MSN2d
Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figueiredo set for main event as UFC returns to Iowa for first time in 25 years
The fight was initially reported by Leonardo Guimarães on social media. The fight serves as Sandhagen’s first appearance ...