Colombia is set to make a significant return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) with the debut of Bogotá’s own Javier ‘Blair’ Reyes. This highly anticipated bout will take place on Saturday, February 28, where Reyes will face Brazilian fighter Douglas Silva in a three-round match, each round lasting five minutes.
Javier Reyes secured his spot in the UFC after a stunning victory against American Justice Torres, whom he defeated by technical knockout during the Dana White Contender Series. In that match, Reyes showcased his striking skills, landing knee strikes and finishing with ground and pound within just 1 minute and 32 seconds.
This fight marks a historic moment for Colombian MMA, as it is the first time in over three years that a Colombian fighter will compete in the UFC. The showdown against Silva, who holds an impressive record of 29 wins and 6 losses, is set to take place in the Arena Ciudad de México.
Fans of Reyes can tune in to watch the action unfold as part of the preliminary card of the UFC Mexico Fight Night, which kicks off at 5:00 PM. Although Reyes’ match will start later, the time will depend on the duration of the preceding fights.
To catch the live broadcast, viewers will need to subscribe to Paramount +, as it is the exclusive streaming service for UFC events following the end of its partnership with ESPN.
Coming into the UFC, Javier Reyes boasts a record of 22 victories and 5 losses. He has made his mark in other promotions, winning titles in Latin Fighter Championships, Combate Global, and FFC, although he faced a setback in a championship bout in LFA against Brazil’s Lerryan Douglas.
Reyes competes in the Featherweight division, where current champion Alexander Volkanovski reigns, along with notable contenders like Diego Lopes and Lerone Murphy. A series of wins could position Reyes among the top fighters, paving his path towards a title shot.
As the fight approaches, anticipation continues to build, not only for Reyes’ debut but also for the renewed presence of Colombian talent in the UFC.