UFC on ESPN: Lewis vs. Nascimento
| Company type | Mixed martial arts event |
|---|---|
| Industry | Sports entertainment |
| Founded | May 11, 2024 |
| Headquarters | St. Louis , United States |
Area served | United States |
| Parent | Ultimate Fighting Championship |
UFC on ESPN: Lewis vs. Nascimento (also known as UFC on ESPN 56) was a mixed martial arts competition organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship, taking place on May 11, 2024, at the Enterprise Center located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
Background
This occasion represented the UFC's second appearance in St. Louis, with their previous event being UFC Fight Night: Stephens vs. Choi held in January 2018.
The headline bout showcased a heavyweight clash between former UFC Heavyweight Championship contender Derrick Lewis and Rodrigo Nascimento.
A light heavyweight matchup featuring Carlos Ulberg versus Alonzo Menifield, initially planned for UFC Fight Night: Blanchfield vs. Fiorot, was postponed and moved to this card.
The lightweight contest between Matt Frevola and Michael Johnson was called off following Johnson's withdrawal.
Additionally, a welterweight pairing of Jared Gooden and Kevin Jousset was canceled due to medical complications affecting Gooden.
Results
{{MMAevent bout |Flyweight |Charles Johnson |def. |Jake Hadley |Decision (unanimous) (29–28, 29–28, 29–28) |}
Bonus awards
Four competitors were awarded $50,000 bonuses:
- Fight of the Night: Trey Waters vs. Billy Goff
- Performance of the Night: Carlos Ulberg and Carlos Diego Ferreira