UFC Fight Night: Gustafsson vs. Smith

About UFC Fight Night: Gustafsson vs. Smith

UFC Fight Night: Gustafsson vs. Smith was a high-stakes Mixed Martial Arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). This event took place on June 1, 2019, at Ericsson Globe in Stockholm, Sweden. The main event pitted light heavyweights Alexander Gustafsson against Anthony Smith in a much-anticipated bout.

Making / Production

The event was organized and produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and it was the fourth that the organization had hosted in Stockholm. The UFC Fight Night series showcases some of the best talents in the UFC and this event was no exception.

Athletes

• Alexander Gustafsson: The Swede's height and reach, combined with his boxing skills make him a formidable opponent in the octagon. Despite a hard-fought match, he was unable to secure the victory against Smith.

• Anthony Smith: Known as 'Lionheart', this American fighter displayed impressive resilience and skill, eventually emerging as the victorious fighter of the night with a submission victory in the fourth round.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was Gustafsson's third UFC loss, after which he announced his retirement from the sport. However, he later retracted his retirement in 2020.
• This was Smith's first win in UFC after losing to Jon Jones in a title match.
• This was the 10th UFC event held in Sweden, and the 4th held at the Ericsson Globe in Stockholm.

Quotes

• "I’m not the type of person who runs from adversity. I’m going to face this head on." - Anthony Smith
• "I just lost three fights in a row. It feels like I don’t have it in me anymore. It’s a confirmation to stop." - Alexander Gustafsson

Music, Soundtrack

As a sports event, UFC Fight Night: Gustafsson vs. Smith does not have a unique music or soundtrack. However, each fighter typically enters the Ring with their chosen entrance song, creating a dynamic and exciting atmosphere.