Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum
| Company type | Mixed martial arts promotion |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mixed martial arts |
| Headquarters | United States |
Area served | United States |
| Products | Mixed martial arts events |
Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum, a mixed martial arts competition promoted by Strikeforce, occurred on June 18, 2011, at the American Airlines Center located in Dallas, Texas, United States. The main fight card was broadcast on Showtime, while the preliminary bouts were shown on HDNet.
Background
Initially planned for April 9, this event showcased the remaining quarter-final matchups of the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix tournament.
A bout between Muhammed Lawal and Ovince St. Preux was scheduled but ultimately cancelled. Meanwhile, Scott Smith intended to participate but ended up competing elsewhere the following month.
Shane Del Rosario was originally set to face Daniel Cormier in a reserve match but withdrew due to injuries sustained in a car accident. Jeff Monson stepped in as his replacement; after securing a victory, Cormier progressed to the tournament semifinals, taking the place of Alistair Overeem, who was removed from the competition in July 2011.
Amanda Nunes had to pull out from her fight against Julie Kedzie because of a fractured foot.
Although Gina Carano was scheduled to make her comeback against Sarah D'Alelio, she withdrew on medical advice despite receiving clearance from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Brian Melancon failed to make weight, exceeding the welterweight non-title limit by 4 pounds.
Results
{{MMAevent bout |Lightweight |Gesias Cavalcante |vs. |Justin Wilcox |No Contest (accidental eye poke) |2 |0:31 |}
{{MMAevent bout
|Welterweight
|Todd Moore
|def.
|Mike Bronzoulis
|Decision (unanimous) (29–28, 29–28, 29–28)
|3
|5:00
|}
Heavyweight Grand Prix Bracket
** = Replacement