UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo
| Company type | Mixed martial arts event |
|---|---|
| Industry | Sports entertainment |
| Founded | May 3, 2025 |
| Headquarters | Des Moines , United States |
Area served | United States |
| Parent | Ultimate Fighting Championship |
UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo, also identified as UFC on ESPN 67, was a mixed martial arts competition organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship on May 3, 2025. The event took place at the Wells Fargo Arena located in Des Moines, Iowa, United States.
Background
This occasion represented the UFC's inaugural event in Des Moines and marked its first appearance in Iowa since UFC 26 held in June 2000.
The headline bout showcased a bantamweight contest between former interim UFC Bantamweight Championship contender Cory Sandhagen and ex two-time UFC Flyweight Champion Deiveson Figueiredo.
Originally, a bantamweight fight featuring previous title challenger Marlon Vera against Mario Bautista was scheduled; however, it was postponed to UFC 316 for reasons not publicly disclosed.
A featherweight matchup between Trevor Peek and Lee Jeong-yeong was planned but ultimately canceled after Peek suffered a fractured leg. Subsequently, Lee Jeong-yeong was rebooked for UFC 315.
The light heavyweight clash between Junior Tafa and Tuco Tokkos was called off due to injuries sustained by both competitors. This bout was later rescheduled for UFC on ESPN: Lewis vs. Teixeira in July.
Bonus awards
Monetary bonuses of $50,000 were granted to the following athletes:
- Fight of the Night: No recipient awarded.
- Performance of the Night: Cory Sandhagen, Reinier de Ridder, Azamat Bekoev, and Quang Le