UFC Fighter Cameron Smotherman Collapses Post-Weigh-In
In a concerning incident at UFC 324, bantamweight fighter Cameron Smotherman collapsed shortly after making weight. The event took place on January 23, 2026, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Smotherman was set to face Ricky Turcios but the bout was ultimately canceled.
Cameron Smotherman’s Weight Cut Incident
Before his collapse, Smotherman successfully weighed in at 135.5 pounds. However, after stepping off the scale, he fell to the ground and required medical attention. Physicians promptly attended to him on-site.
Weight Cutting in MMA
Weight cutting is a common practice in mixed martial arts. Fighters often lose over 10% of their body weight shortly before a weigh-in. After weighing in, they typically rehydrate to prepare for competition. Unfortunately, such drastic measures can sometimes lead to health emergencies.
Event Cancellation and Updates
- Fighter Name: Cameron Smotherman
- Opponent Name: Ricky Turcios
- Event: UFC 324
- Date: January 23, 2026
- Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
- Fighter Record: 12 wins, 6 losses (1-2 in UFC)
The UFC has yet to provide any updates regarding Smotherman’s condition following his collapse. Additionally, it is worth noting other weigh-in issues; former UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo and flyweight Alex Perez both missed weight by 2.5 pounds for their respective matchups this event.
Fines for Missed Weights
Both Figueiredo and Perez were fined 25% of their purses, but their fights remain scheduled to proceed. This highlights the significant pressures fighters face during the weight-cutting process and the implications of failing to meet weight requirements in the UFC.
