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Reinier de Ridder publicly reflected on his recent UFC Fight Night 262 loss, admitting he pushed his body too hard in training and failed to listen to his physical limits, which contributed to his defeat and subsequent withdrawal from the fight. Despite the setback, he remains determined to return stronger.
Reinier de Ridder expressed his disappointment after losing to Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver, ending his undefeated UFC streak. Despite a strong start, he tired in the later rounds, leading to his defeat. De Ridder acknowledged the emotional and physical toll of his busy schedule and plans to take a break before returning to fight in 2026, aiming for another title run.
Reinier de Ridder's coach explained the decision to stop his fight at UFC Vancouver due to exhaustion and health concerns, emphasizing the importance of fighter safety over toughness, after de Ridder's first UFC loss and a tough bout against Brendan Allen.
Brendan Allen overcame short notice and a tough opponent, Reinier de Ridder, at UFC Vancouver by staying composed and strategic, ultimately dominating the fight despite a slow start and limited preparation time, which positions him well for future title shots.
Reinier de Ridder's four-fight UFC winning streak ended when Brendan Allen secured a TKO victory at UFC Fight Night in Vancouver, with Allen dominating using wrestling and strikes, and calling for a title shot against Khamzat Chimaev. The event also featured a close welterweight fight, a bantamweight decision win, and a women’s flyweight TKO.
Brendan Allen achieved a career-best victory at UFC Vancouver with a TKO over Reinier de Ridder, while referee Dan Miragliotta's controversial decisions in multiple fights, especially the Malott vs. Holland bout, sparked discussion about officiating in MMA. The post-fight analysis covers fight highlights, officiating issues, and potential future matchups.
Brendan Allen achieved the biggest win of his MMA career by defeating Reinier de Ridder via TKO in the fourth round at UFC Fight Night in Vancouver, despite short notice. Allen dominated on the ground and struck effectively, ending de Ridder's four-fight UFC winning streak. Post-fight, Allen called out top middleweight fighters, signaling his ambitions in the division.
Brendan Allen achieved a significant upset victory over Reinier de Ridder at UFC Vancouver, winning by TKO after de Ridder retired in the fourth round, in a fight that was a last-minute replacement main event, with Allen dedicating his win to the late Duke Roufus.
The article provides predictions for UFC Vancouver, highlighting key fights including Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen, Kevin Holland vs. Mike Malott, and others, with a focus on Canadian fighters and potential implications for titles and rankings.
Brendan Allen refused to train with Reinier de Ridder due to lack of respect and courtesy from the team, not personal animosity, and expressed his desire for a straightforward, honest approach in his relationships and fights. He also discussed his reasons for changing gyms and his readiness for their upcoming fight, criticizing de Ridder's skills.
Reinier de Ridder's recent weight update and fight schedule at UFC Vancouver have sparked fan debates about his weight management and potential struggles with weight cuts, amid concerns and humorous comments about his clothing and weight fluctuations, though his past fighting at higher weights suggests he is experienced with weight management.
Reinier de Ridder aims to continue his undefeated UFC streak with a fight against Brendan Allen, with predictions favoring de Ridder to win by decision or submission, as analysts discuss the fighters' strengths and strategies for UFC Fight Night in Vancouver.
Reinier de Ridder arrived at UFC Vancouver significantly over the weight limit, needing to cut 34 pounds in three days for his middleweight title eliminator against Brendan Allen, though he has a strong track record of making weight. The event features high-stakes fights, including de Ridder's potential title shot and other key matchups, with live coverage available on ESPN+.
The highly anticipated UFC Vancouver main event was canceled when Anthony Hernandez withdrew, leading to Brendan Allen stepping in on short notice to fight Reinier de Ridder, which has disappointed fans who viewed it as a downgrade, with some former contenders like Paulo Costa expressing interest in replacing Hernandez.
Reinier de Ridder will now face Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver on October 18 after Anthony Hernandez withdrew from their scheduled bout, which was part of a middleweight title eliminator. The change raises questions about the title shot implications, with de Ridder aiming to continue his winning streak in the UFC.