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Garrett Kerman

Chris Weidman vs. Eryk Anders Rescheduled for UFC 310 on December 7th

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In a swift move to salvage a highly anticipated matchup, the UFC has announced the rescheduling of the Chris Weidman vs. Eryk Anders fight for UFC 310 on December 7 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The bout, originally slated for UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden, was unexpectedly canceled on the day of the event due to Anders falling ill with food poisoning.

Officially RESCHEDULED 👏@ChrisWeidman vs @ErykAnders is ON for #UFC310 at a catchweight of 195 lbs! pic.twitter.com/lG0lTrGItt

— UFC (@ufc) November 20, 2024

The rescheduled contest will now take place at a catchweight of 195 pounds, a decision made to accommodate both fighters given the short turnaround time. This adjustment allows Weidman and Anders to avoid the rigorous weight cut to the middleweight limit of 185 pounds, ensuring they can focus on their preparation and performance.

For Chris Weidman, the former undisputed middleweight champion, this rescheduling comes as a relief. The 40-year-old veteran expressed his devastation when the initial fight was called off, stating he was “completely gutted” and had been looking forward to showcasing his skills in front of his home crowd at Madison Square Garden. Weidman, with a professional record of 16-7, is coming off a controversial decision win over Bruno Silva earlier this year, which marked his first victory since 2020.

Eryk Anders, known as “Ya Boi” in the MMA community, will be looking to build on his recent success. The 36-year-old secured a decision win over Jamie Pickett in March and aims to string together consecutive victories for the first time since 2019. Anders, sporting a record of 16-8, has shown flashes of brilliance in his UFC career but has struggled with consistency.

The rescheduling of this bout adds intrigue to the already stacked UFC 310 card. Headlined by a flyweight title fight between champion Alexandre Pantoja and UFC debutant Kai Asakura, the event promises to deliver high-octane action for fight fans[3].

For Weidman, this fight represents more than just another payday. The New York native has faced significant challenges in recent years, including a gruesome leg break in his 2021 rematch against Uriah Hall. His comeback victory over Silva in March 2024 was marred by controversy due to multiple eye pokes, leaving some questioning the legitimacy of the win. A strong performance against Anders could silence critics and potentially reignite Weidman’s career as he approaches the twilight of his fighting days.

Anders, on the other hand, sees this as an opportunity to elevate his status in the UFC middleweight division. With victories over notable opponents like Gerald Meerschaert and Darren Stewart, a win over a former champion like Weidman could propel Anders into contention for higher-ranked opponents.

With both fighters hungry for a statement victory and the added intrigue of the catchweight stipulation, this contest has all the makings of a potentially underrated fight at UFC 310. As December 7 draws near, all eyes will be on the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, where Weidman and Anders will finally settle their unfinished business in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.