Might 6, 2023; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Diego Lopes (blue gloves) reacts after the battle towards Movsar Evloev (purple gloves) throughout UFC 288 at Prudential Middle. Necessary Credit score: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports activities
Report when signed: 21-6
Signing sort: Quick discover
Weight class: Featherweight
Age: 28
Debut: Might 6 loss to Movsar Evloev (17-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC) through unanimous determination (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) at UFC 288 in Newark, N.J.
For years, Diego Lopes has awaited the UFC name. When it lastly got here, the phrases have been tough: a UFC 288 bout vs. ranked Movsar Evloev on 4 days’ discover. The jiu-jitsu coach of UFC champion Alexa Grasso, Lopes stepped as much as the take a look at. Regardless of a unanimous determination loss, Lopes impressed observers with not solely his toughness however his means to put Evloev in some bad spots. The loss snapped a two-fight successful streak for Lopes, however gained him numerous respect from followers in addition to UFC president Dana White, who gave him his win cash and a $50,000 Fight of the Night bonus.
