The official weigh-ins for UFC Fight Night: Della Maddalena vs Prates are now complete, setting the stage for an action-packed event in Perth, Australia. Taking place at the iconic RAC Arena, all eyes are on the fighters as they made weight ahead of fight night. With several high-stakes matchups on both the main card and prelims, the weigh-in results offer key insights into fighter readiness and potential performance.
UFC Fight Night: Della Maddalena vs Prates Weigh-In Results (Full Card)
🔥 Main Card
| Bout | Weight Class | Fighter 1 | Weight | Fighter 2 | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Event | Welterweight | Jack Della Maddalena | 170 lbs | Carlos Prates | 170 lbs |
| Co-Main Event | Lightweight | Beneil Dariush | 156 lbs | Quillan Salkilld | 156 lbs |
| Flyweight | Flyweight | Tim Elliott | 126 lbs | Steve Erceg | 125.5 lbs |
| Featherweight | Featherweight | Marwan Rahiki | 146 lbs | Ollie Schmid | 145.5 lbs |
| Heavyweight | Heavyweight | Shamil Gaziev | 264 lbs | Brando Pericic | 265 lbs |
| Heavyweight | Heavyweight | Tai Tuivasa | 265 lbs | Louie Sutherland | 261 lbs |
⚡ Preliminary Card
| Bout | Weight Class | Fighter 1 | Weight | Fighter 2 | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prelim 1 | Middleweight | Cam Rowston | 185 lbs | Robert Bryczek | 186 lbs |
| Prelim 2 | Light Heavyweight | Junior Tafa | 205.5 lbs | Kevin Christian | 204 lbs |
| Prelim 3 | Middleweight | Jacob Malkoun | 186 lbs | Gerald Meerschaert | 190 lbs |
| Prelim 4 | Bantamweight | Colby Thicknesse | 135 lbs | Vince Morales | 136 lbs |
| Prelim 5 | Middleweight | Ben Johnston | 185.5 lbs | Wes Schultz | 186 lbs |
| Prelim 6 | Welterweight | Jonathan Micallef | 170 lbs | Themba Gorimbo | 171 lbs |
| Prelim 7 | Lightweight | Dom Mar Fan | 155.5 lbs | Kody Steele | 156 lbs |
Main Card Weigh-In Results
The headline bout features rising welterweight contender Jack Della Maddalena taking on dangerous striker Carlos Prates. Both fighters successfully hit the welterweight limit, ensuring the main event proceeds without complications.
- Main Event – Welterweight: Jack Della Maddalena (170 lbs) vs Carlos Prates (170 lbs)
- Co-Main Event – Lightweight: Beneil Dariush (156 lbs) vs Quillan Salkilld (156 lbs)
- Flyweight Bout: Tim Elliott (126 lbs) vs Steve Erceg (125.5 lbs)
- Featherweight Bout: Marwan Rahiki (146 lbs) vs Ollie Schmid (145.5 lbs)
- Heavyweight Bout: Shamil Gaziev (264 lbs) vs Brando Pericic (265 lbs)
- Heavyweight Bout: Tai Tuivasa (265 lbs) vs Louie Sutherland (261 lbs)
The main card fighters largely made weight without issue, signaling a smooth lead-up to fight night. The main event, in particular, promises fireworks as both fighters looked in excellent condition on the scale.
Preliminary Card Weigh-In Results
The preliminary card also delivered a mix of clean weigh-ins and a notable miss that could impact fight dynamics.
- Middleweight Bout: Cam Rowston (185 lbs) vs Robert Bryczek (186 lbs)
- Light Heavyweight Bout: Junior Tafa (205.5 lbs) vs Kevin Christian (204 lbs)
- Middleweight Bout: Jacob Malkoun (186 lbs) vs Gerald Meerschaert (190 lbs)*
- Bantamweight Bout: Colby Thicknesse (135 lbs) vs Vince Morales (136 lbs)
- Middleweight Bout: Ben Johnston (185.5 lbs) vs Wes Schultz (186 lbs)
- Welterweight Bout: Jonathan Micallef (170 lbs) vs Themba Gorimbo (171 lbs)
- Lightweight Bout: Dom Mar Fan (155.5 lbs) vs Kody Steele (156 lbs)
The biggest concern came from Gerald Meerschaert, who weighed in at 190 lbs—four pounds over the middleweight limit. This could result in a catchweight agreement or potential penalties, adding intrigue to the bout.
Fight Night Details and Viewing Information
Fans can catch all the action live from Perth, with early start times due to the international location:
- Date: May 2, 2026
- Main Card Start Time: 7:00 a.m.
- Preliminary Card Start Time: 4:00 a.m.
- Venue: RAC Arena, Perth, Australia
Final Thoughts
The weigh-ins for UFC Fight Night: Della Maddalena vs Prates were mostly drama-free, with the majority of fighters hitting their marks. With a stacked card featuring rising stars and seasoned veterans, the event is shaping up to be a must-watch for MMA fans worldwide. The successful weigh-ins, especially in the main event, ensure that fans will get the matchups they’ve been anticipating—now it’s time for the fighters to deliver inside the octagon.