Co-Main Event - UFC/MMA
In the UFC, the co-main event plays a strategically significant role: it keeps the audience engaged before the main event and serves as a backup in case the main fight falls through at the last minute. Co-main events can be title fights in another division, important rematches, or bouts that define the next title challenger. Being in the co-main event is a clear signal that the fighter is close to main event status.
Co-Main Event
At UFC 294, the co-main event between Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria for the featherweight title nearly stole the spotlight from the main event. The quality of the fight in the co-main can sometimes surpass that of the main event, creating unforgettable moments.
Co-Main Event & Main Event
The Main Event is the fight that follows the co-main and is the most important of the night. The co-main event serves as a springboard to the main event for rising fighters and as a prominent position for significant matchups. Main Event.
FAQ - Co-Main Event
Is the co-main event always 5 rounds?
Not necessarily. The co-main event is 5 rounds only if it is a title fight. If it's a non-title match, it follows the standard 3-round format unless it gets promoted to main event at the last moment.
What happens if the main event falls through?
The co-main event is generally promoted to main event, automatically becoming a 5-round fight. This is one of the reasons why the UFC always positions a strong matchup as the co-main.
