UFC 209: Woodley vs. Thompson 2 Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC 209: Woodley vs. Thompson 2
United States
Main Card • Final
R5, 5:00
Title Fight
Sweden
R3, 5:00
Fight of the Night
Australia
R3, 5:00
R1, 3:19
Netherlands
R3, 1:44
New Zealand
Prelims • Final
Poland
R3, 3:46
Brazil
R3, 3:19
Performance of the Night
R2, 3:13
Performance of the Night
England
R3, 5:00
Early Prelims • Final
R1, 4:10
Scotland
R3, 5:00
Official Event Results
Title Bout
$50k FOTN
$50k Bonus
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: David Teymur and Lando Vannata earned $50,000 each for their explosive three-round striking showcase on the main card.
Performance of the Night: Darren Elkins earned $50,000 for orchestrating one of the greatest comeback knockouts in MMA history against Mirsad Bektić; Iuri Alcântara earned $50,000 for surviving a heavy first-round onslaught to tap Luke Sanders with a sudden kneebar.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Official NSAC Disclosed Fighter Purses
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $400,000 | $100,000 | — | $500,000 | |
| LOSS | $380,000 | — | — | $380,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | $50,000 | $78,000 | |
| LOSS | $25,000 | — | $50,000 | $75,000 | |
| WIN | $27,000 | $27,000 | — | $54,000 | |
| LOSS | $150,000 | — | — | $150,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $17,000 | — | — | $17,000 | |
| WIN | $750,000 | — | — | $750,000 | |
| LOSS | $750,000 | — | — | $750,000 | |
| WIN | $36,000 | $36,000 | — | $72,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000 | — | — | $16,000 | |
| WIN | $46,000 | $46,000 | $50,000 | $142,000 | |
| LOSS | $21,000 | — | — | $21,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | $50,000 | $98,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 |
*Official disclosed fighter purses reported by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC). Total disclosed fighter payroll reached $3,057,000. Figures do not include pay-per-view dividends, discretionary locker room bonuses, or Reebok promotional compliance payouts. Total estimated sums include verified official $50,000 post-fight performance bonus awards.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC 209
Down 20-16 on all three judges’ scorecards after taking a massive beating for two rounds, Darren Elkins rallied to knock out undefeated phenom Mirsad Bektić at 3:19 of Round 3 in one of the most miraculous comebacks in UFC history.
Alistair Overeem delivered his fourth career UFC knockout via clinch knees, finishing K-1 and PRIDE rival Mark Hunt with vicious knees against the fence at 1:44 of Round 3.
Alistair Overeem and Mark Hunt each received a flat disclosed purse of $750,000 from the NSAC, generating $1.5 million in guaranteed payroll for a non-title heavyweight showcase.
Tyron Woodley successfully retained his UFC Welterweight Championship for the second time, scoring a decisive fifth-round knockdown to claim a majority decision over Stephen Thompson.
After absorbing 90 head strikes in the first round from Luke Sanders, Brazilian veteran Iuri Alcântara snatched victory from the jaws of defeat with a slick kneebar submission at 3:13 of Round 2.
David Teymur and Lando Vannata put on a high-flying striking clinic, combining for 166 significant strikes over 15 minutes to take home $50,000 Fight of the Night bonuses.
Four-time Australian Olympian Dan Kelly, closing as a +205 underdog, out-worked former UFC light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans to earn a career-defining split decision.
Making her promotional debut directly on a numbered UFC pay-per-view main card, Cynthia Calvillo submitted Amanda Cooper via rear-naked choke in just 3:19 of Round 1.
Australian light heavyweight Tyson Pedro preserved his unblemished record and 100% finishing rate, demolishing Paul Craig with vicious clinch elbows at 4:10 of Round 1.
Poland’s Marcin Tybura weathered early takedowns from Luis Henrique before taking over with 144 total strikes to earn a third-round TKO stoppage.
UFC 209 drew 13,150 spectators to the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, producing a massive live gate exceeding $2.38 million.
The Nevada State Athletic Commission officially confirmed over $3.05 million in guaranteed fighter purses across the 22 athletes on the card.
When and where did UFC 209: Woodley vs. Thompson 2 take place?
UFC 209: Woodley vs. Thompson 2 took place on Saturday, March 4, 2017, at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada (Las Vegas Valley).
Who won the main event between Tyron Woodley and Stephen Thompson?
Tyron Woodley defeated Stephen Thompson via majority decision (48–47, 47–47, 48–47) over five rounds to retain the UFC Welterweight Championship.
How did Darren Elkins pull off his famous comeback against Mirsad Bektić?
Down 20-16 on all three judges’ scorecards after absorbing heavy damage for two rounds, Darren Elkins connected with a right hand and a head kick to knock out the undefeated Mirsad Bektić at 3:19 of Round 3 in one of the greatest comebacks in MMA history.
Who won the co-main event between David Teymur and Lando Vannata?
Sweden’s David Teymur defeated Lando Vannata via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) in a three-round striking thriller that earned both fighters Fight of the Night honors.
Who received official post-fight bonus awards at UFC 209?
Four fighters received $50,000 bonuses: David Teymur vs. Lando Vannata won Fight of the Night, while Darren Elkins and Iuri Alcântara claimed Performance of the Night awards.
How did Alistair Overeem defeat Mark Hunt?
Alistair Overeem knocked out Mark Hunt via knees in the clinch at 1:44 of Round 3, landing 30 significant body strikes and a flush knee to the temple.
How did Dan Kelly defeat former champion Rashad Evans?
Australian judoka Dan Kelly pressured Rashad Evans with high volume, landing 74 significant strikes to earn a split decision victory (29–28, 28–29, 29–28) as a +205 betting underdog.
How did Cynthia Calvillo perform in her UFC debut?
Making her Octagon debut on the main pay-per-view card, Cynthia Calvillo transitioned quickly on the ground to submit Amanda Cooper via rear-naked choke at 3:19 of Round 1.
What happened in the fight between Iuri Alcântara and Luke Sanders?
After being dominated and out-struck 90 to 12 in head strikes through the opening round, Iuri Alcântara caught Luke Sanders in a sudden kneebar submission at 3:13 of Round 2 to win Performance of the Night.
How did Tyson Pedro defeat Paul Craig?
Tyson Pedro dropped Paul Craig and finished him with devastating elbows from the crucifix position at 4:10 of Round 1.
Why was the interim lightweight title fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Tony Ferguson cancelled?
The highly anticipated co-main event was cancelled hours before the official weigh-ins when Khabib Nurmagomedov was hospitalized due to severe complications during his weight cut.
Who earned the highest disclosed purses at UFC 209?
Heavyweights Alistair Overeem and Mark Hunt each earned a disclosed flat purse of $750,000, while welterweight champion Tyron Woodley earned $500,000 ($400,000 base + $100,000 win bonus).
What was the live gate and attendance for UFC 209?
UFC 209 drew an announced crowd of 13,150 fans at the T-Mobile Arena, generating an official live gate of $2,385,230.
Who called the action on commentary for UFC 209?
The cageside commentary booth was manned by Jon Anik, Joe Rogan, and former champion Daniel Cormier, with Bruce Buffer announcing inside the Octagon.
How many stoppage finishes occurred at UFC 209?
The event featured 6 stoppage finishes (4 knockouts/TKOs and 2 submissions) and 5 decision outcomes across 11 scheduled bouts.
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