UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal
England
Main Card • Final
United States
R2, 3:05
Fight of the Night
Performance of the Night
R3, 5:00
Iceland
R3, 5:00
Switzerland
R2, 2:46
Mexico
Brazil
R3, 2:37
Wales
R3, 5:00
Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
Democratic Republic of Congo
R3, 5:00
Ireland
Russia
R3, 5:00
Romania
R1, 1:17
Performance of the Night
Scotland
R3, 5:00
R2, 4:42
Official Event Results
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: Jorge Masvidal and Darren Till earned $50,000 each for their blistering, high-stakes main-event clash in front of 16,602 fans in London.
Performance of the Night: Jorge Masvidal collected a second $50,000 bonus (totaling $100,000 in performance bonuses) for his devastating second-round knockout of Darren Till.
Performance of the Night: Dan Ige secured $50,000 for his lightning-quick 77-second rear-naked choke victory over Danny Henry on the preliminary card.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $66,000 | $66,000 | $100,000 | $232,000 | |
| LOSS | $110,000 | — | $50,000 | $160,000 | |
| WIN | $60,000 | $60,000 | — | $120,000 | |
| WIN | $45,000 | $45,000 | — | $90,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | $50,000 | $78,000 | |
| WIN | $32,000 | $32,000 | — | $64,000 | |
| LOSS | $54,000 | — | — | $54,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000* | $30,000 | — | $54,000 | |
| LOSS | $50,000 | — | — | $50,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | — | $48,000 | |
| LOSS | $35,000 | — | — | $35,000 | |
| WIN | $16,000 | $16,000 | — | $32,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | — | $28,000 | |
| LOSS | $25,000 | — | — | $25,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $22,000 | — | — | $22,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | $6,000* | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000 | — | — | $16,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $14,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $14,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 |
*Official fighter purses are not publicly released by government athletic commissions in the United Kingdom. Figures represent verified reported contract estimates, weight fine forfeit adjustments (Jack Marshman forfeited 20% of his purse [$6,000] to John Phillips for weighing in at 188 lb), and official UFC post-fight bonuses ($50,000 each, with Jorge Masvidal receiving $100,000 total).
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal became one of the few athletes in UFC history to capture both Fight of the Night and Performance of the Night honors on the same card, taking home $100,000 in total bonuses.
Molly McCann defeated Priscila Cachoeira via unanimous decision, becoming the first English female mixed martial artist in UFC history to record an official Octagon victory.
Backstage at The O2 Arena, Jorge Masvidal clashed with co-headliner Leon Edwards during a live ESPN interview, creating one of combat sports’ most viral catchphrases and enduring rivalries.
Jack Marshman and John Phillips made history by squaring off in the first-ever all-Welsh matchup inside the Octagon, engaging in a memorable three-round slugfest dubbed the “Battle for the King of Wales”.
UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal drew 16,602 fans at The O2 Arena, generating a gate of $2,400,000 (approx. £1.8 million), one of the highest-grossing UFC Fight Night events in European history.
Arnold Allen outworked Jordan Rinaldi via unanimous decision to extend his promotional winning streak to 6-0, the longest active streak in the featherweight division by any British fighter at the time.
During the live broadcast, the UFC officially revealed that former middleweight champion and British MMA pioneer Michael Bisping would be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame (Class of 2019).
Dan Ige dropped and submitted Scotland’s Danny Henry in just 1 minute and 17 seconds of round one, banking his fastest UFC career finish and a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Dominick Reyes overcame former title challenger Volkan Oezdemir via split decision, pushing his unblemished professional record to 12-0 and solidifying his position as the top 205-pound contender.
London’s Nathaniel Wood scored his third consecutive submission victory inside the Octagon, tapping José Quiñónez with a second-round rear-naked choke.
Cláudio Silva rallied from early danger to submit Danny Roberts with a third-round armbar, extending his professional MMA winning streak to 13 consecutive victories dating back to 2007.
Saparbek Safarov earned his first UFC victory over Nicolae Negumereanu by unanimous decision (29-26, 29-26, 29-27) despite a round-one point deduction for grabbing the cage, controlling over 10 minutes on the canvas.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal take place?
UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal took place on Saturday, March 16, 2019, at The O2 Arena in London, England.
Who won the main event between Darren Till and Jorge Masvidal?
Jorge Masvidal defeated Darren Till via knockout (punches) at 3:05 of Round 2, silencing the London crowd with a vicious left hook that earned him two post-fight bonuses.
What happened backstage between Jorge Masvidal and Leon Edwards?
During a live post-fight interview with ESPN’s Laura Sanko, Jorge Masvidal stepped away to confront Leon Edwards. Masvidal struck Edwards with a combination that left Edwards cut under the eye, coining the famous viral phrase “three piece and a soda.”
Who won the co-main event between Leon Edwards and Gunnar Nelson?
Leon Edwards defeated Gunnar Nelson via split decision (29–28, 27–29, 29–28) after dropping Nelson with a sharp elbow in the second round and surviving late ground pressure.
Who won the post-fight bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal?
Three fighters took home bonuses: Jorge Masvidal vs. Darren Till won Fight of the Night ($50,000 each), while Jorge Masvidal and Dan Ige each received $50,000 Performance of the Night awards.
Did Jorge Masvidal win two bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal?
Yes. Masvidal took home $100,000 in performance bonuses, receiving $50,000 for Fight of the Night alongside Darren Till and another $50,000 for Performance of the Night for his devastating knockout finish.
What milestone did Molly McCann achieve at UFC London 2019?
Molly McCann defeated Priscila Cachoeira via unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28) to become the first English female fighter in UFC history to record an Octagon win.
What was the significance of the Jack Marshman vs. John Phillips fight?
Jack Marshman vs. John Phillips marked the first all-Welsh matchup in UFC history. Marshman claimed bragging rights with a split-decision victory after missing weight by two pounds.
Who were the commentators and announcer for UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal?
The broadcast team featured play-by-play caller John Gooden alongside color commentators Dan Hardy and Paul Felder. The iconic Bruce Buffer served as the cage announcer.
What was the attendance and live gate for the event?
The event drew a sellout crowd of 16,602 fans at The O2 Arena, generating a live gate of $2,400,000 (approximately £1.8 million).
Which UFC Hall of Famer was announced during the broadcast?
During the main card broadcast, the promotion officially announced that former UFC Middleweight Champion Michael Bisping would be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame (Modern Era Wing) in July 2019.
How did Dan Ige win his fight against Danny Henry?
Dan Ige stunned Danny Henry with an early punch combination and immediately secured a rear-naked choke submission in just 1:17 of Round 1 to earn a Performance of the Night bonus.
Why was Saparbek Safarov deducted a point against Nicolae Negumereanu?
Referee Marc Goddard deducted one point from Saparbek Safarov in Round 1 for repeatedly grabbing the Octagon fence, though Safarov still won comfortably via unanimous decision.
Who won the light heavyweight bout between Dominick Reyes and Volkan Oezdemir?
Dominick Reyes remained undefeated by defeating former title challenger Volkan Oezdemir via split decision (28–29, 29–28, 29–28) in a razor-close three-round battle.
Where was UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal broadcast in the United States?
The entire card aired exclusively in the United States on ESPN+ as part of the UFC’s multi-year digital streaming agreement with ESPN.
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