UFC Fight Night: Reyes vs. Weidman Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Reyes vs. Weidman
United States
Main Card • Final
R1, 1:43
Performance of the Night
Mexico
R3, 5:00
Fight of the Night
R3, 5:00
Australia
R1, 1:33
R1, 3:04
Canada
England
R3, 5:00
Prelims • Final
R1, 2:46
Performance of the Night
R3, 5:00
Romania
R3, 5:00
R1, 2:15
R3, 5:00
R2, 3:38
R3, 5:00
Official Event Results
$50k FOTN
$50k POTN
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: Yair Rodriguez and Jeremy Stephens earned $50,000 each for their heated three-round featherweight battle.
Performance of the Night: Dominick Reyes took home $50,000 for his statement 103-second knockout over former middleweight champion Chris Weidman.
Performance of the Night: Boston native Charles Rosa collected $50,000 for his comeback first-round armbar submission victory against Manny Bermudez.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOSS | $425,000 | — | — | $425,000 | |
| WIN | $75,000 | $75,000 | $50,000 | $200,000 | |
| WIN | $75,000 | $75,000 | $50,000 | $200,000 | |
| WIN | $82,000 | $82,000 | — | $164,000 | |
| LOSS | $77,000 | — | $50,000 | $127,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | $54,000* | $102,000 | |
| NC | $85,000 | — | — | $85,000 | |
| LOSS | $65,000 | — | — | $65,000 | |
| WIN | $29,000 | $29,000 | — | $58,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | $4,000* | $52,000 | |
| WIN | $20,000 | $20,000 | — | $40,000 | |
| LOSS | $30,000 | — | — | $30,000 | |
| LOSS | $29,000 | — | — | $29,000 | |
| LOSS | $25,000 | — | — | $25,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000* | — | — | $16,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000* | — | — | $16,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $14,000 | |
| NC | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 |
*Purses are not publicly disclosed by the Massachusetts State Athletic Commission (MSAC). The figures presented reflect reported industry contract estimates, verified win bonuses, and official post-fight performance bonuses ($50,000 each). Deron Winn and Manny Bermudez both forfeited 20% of their base purses ($4,000 each) for missing weight, which was transferred directly to opponents Darren Stewart and Charles Rosa, respectively.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Reyes vs. Weidman
With a 1:43 first-round knockout over former middleweight champion Chris Weidman, Dominick Reyes pushed his unblemished professional MMA record to 12-0, securing his title shot against Jon Jones.
Greg Hardy’s decision victory was overturned to a No Contest by the MSAC due to using an albuterol inhaler between rounds two and three, marking the first time in modern UFC history a result was overturned for corner inhaler use.
Massachusetts favorite Joe Lauzon snapped a three-fight skid by stopping Jonathan Pearce in 1:33 of round one, registering his 15th career stoppage victory inside the Octagon.
Returning from a grueling 30-month injury layoff, local standout Charles Rosa secured an armbar submission over Manny Bermudez in 2:46 of round one to collect a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Following a 15-second No Contest four weeks earlier, Yair Rodriguez and Jeremy Stephens combined for 146 significant strikes in a thrilling three-round clash that took home Fight of the Night honors.
Molly McCann outstruck Diana Belbiţă 113 to 98 and secured five takedowns, earning rare unanimous 30-25 scorecards across all three judges following a second-round fence-grab point deduction.
Promotional debutant Sean Woodson put on a distance-striking masterclass against Kyle Bochniak, landing 111 significant strikes while absorbing just 42 to establish a +69 strike differential on debut.
Taunton, Massachusetts native Randy Costa scored his first promotional victory by dropping Boston Salmon twice, securing a lightning-fast knockout at 2:15 of the opening round.
CFFC champion Sean Brady made his Octagon debut by dominating The Ultimate Fighter 11 winner Court McGee with 119 significant strikes, extending his unblemished professional record to 11-0.
Stepping in on short notice for his UFC debut, Brendan Allen threatened four submissions and grounded Kevin Holland before locking in a fight-ending rear-naked choke at 3:38 of round two.
Canadian heavyweight newcomer Tanner Boser landed 93 significant strikes on Daniel Spitz across three rounds, ranking among the highest three-round strike totals by a heavyweight on debut.
The promotion’s fifth visit to TD Garden drew a passionate New England crowd of 12,066 fans, generating an impressive live gate of $1,124,765 for the Friday night card.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Reyes vs. Weidman take place?
UFC Fight Night: Reyes vs. Weidman took place on Friday, October 18, 2019, at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts.
Who won the main event between Dominick Reyes and Chris Weidman?
Dominick Reyes defeated former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman via KO (punches) at 1:43 of Round 1 in Weidman’s light heavyweight debut.
Why was Greg Hardy’s fight against Ben Sosoli overturned to a No Contest?
Hardy originally won by unanimous decision, but the Massachusetts State Athletic Commission overturned the result to a No Contest after Hardy used an albuterol inhaler in his corner between rounds two and three without regulatory authorization.
Who won the co-main event rematch between Yair Rodriguez and Jeremy Stephens?
Yair Rodriguez defeated Jeremy Stephens via unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28) in an action-packed co-main event that earned Fight of the Night honors.
Who received the $50,000 post-fight bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Reyes vs. Weidman?
Four fighters received $50,000 bonuses: Yair Rodriguez vs. Jeremy Stephens took home Fight of the Night, while Dominick Reyes and Charles Rosa earned Performance of the Night awards.
How did Boston veteran Joe Lauzon perform at the event?
Massachusetts native Joe Lauzon delighted the home crowd by taking down and finishing Jonathan Pearce with ground-and-pound punches via TKO at 1:33 of Round 1.
What happened in the fight between Maycee Barber and Gillian Robertson?
Top flyweight prospect Maycee Barber defeated Gillian Robertson via TKO (punches) at 3:04 of Round 1, landing 34 significant strikes to force a referee stoppage.
Did any fighters miss weight at UFC Fight Night: Reyes vs. Weidman?
Yes. Deron Winn weighed in at 188.5 lbs (2.5 lbs over the middleweight limit) and Manny Bermudez weighed in at 148 lbs (2 lbs over the featherweight limit). Both were fined 20% of their purse.
Why did Molly McCann receive rare 30-25 scorecards against Diana Belbiţă?
McCann dominated all three rounds with 113 significant strikes and five takedowns, and Belbiţă was penalized one point in round two for grabbing the cage, resulting in unanimous 30–25 scorecards across all three judges.
How did Charles Rosa win his fight against Manny Bermudez?
Returning from a 30-month layoff, Peabody, Massachusetts native Charles Rosa locked up a slick armbar submission at 2:46 of Round 1, earning a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Who won the middleweight bout between Brendan Allen and Kevin Holland?
Promotional debutant Brendan Allen submitted Kevin Holland via rear-naked choke at 3:38 of Round 2 in an entertaining, back-and-forth grappling contest.
What was the attendance and live gate for UFC Boston 2019?
The event drew an official attendance of 12,066 fans to TD Garden, producing a live gate of $1,124,765.
Did Sean Brady win his UFC debut at this event?
Yes. Undefeated prospect Sean Brady defeated veteran TUF winner Court McGee via unanimous decision (29–28, 30–27, 30–27), outlanding McGee 119 to 107 in significant strikes.
How was UFC Fight Night: Reyes vs. Weidman broadcast?
The event aired live nationally on ESPN2 across the United States, with both the main card and preliminary bouts broadcast on cable television and streaming on ESPN+.
Who were the commentators and cage announcer for UFC Fight Night: Reyes vs. Weidman?
The event was called by play-by-play voice Jon Anik alongside color analysts Daniel Cormier and Dominick Cruz, with Bruce Buffer serving as the official Octagon announcer.
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