About UFC Fight Night: Figueiredo vs. Benavidez 2

"UFC Fight Night: Figueiredo vs. Benavidez 2" is a significant combat sports event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on July 19, 2020, at Flash Forum on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. A rematch between the top flyweight fighters Deiveson Figueiredo and Joseph Benavidez was the main event, for the vacant UFC Flyweight Championship.

Making / Production

This particular UFC fight night event took place amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic with no live audience— a significant shift from the usual atmosphere of UFC events. It was broadcasted live, ensuring fans worldwide could still engage with the content. The event was directed by Dana White, UFC's president, and his dedicated team.

Actors/Fighters

• Deiveson Figueiredo: Competing as a flyweight fighter, Figueiredo successfully claimed the vacant UFC Flyweight Championship by defeating Benavidez in a dominant performance.
• Joseph Benavidez: As a notable contender in the flyweight division, Benavidez stepped into the octagon for the rematch following a previous loss to Figueiredo, but unfortunately for him, the rematch saw a similar ending.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Due to testing positive for COVID-19, Figueiredo was initially unable to fly to Abu Dhabi from Brazil, causing doubt over his participation.
• This event marked the second time Benavidez and Figueiredo met in the octagon. The first match took place in UFC Fight Night 169.

Quotes

• Figueiredo after his victory: "I said I was going to do this, I was going to finish him in the first round, and I did."
• Benavidez reflecting on the match: "It's hard to think about never being the champion after all these years."

Music, Soundtrack

Fight nights don't typically feature a set soundtrack like a film or TV show due to its live-sport nature. However, each fighter has their distinct walkout music. Deiveson Figueiredo walked out to "O Hino" by Fernandinho, and Joseph Benavidez stepped into the octagon with "Stranglehold" by Ted Nugent playing.

Please note that information regarding awards for this event is not available; UFC fights do not usually yield external awards.