UFC 152: Jones Versus Belfort

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  • 2012
  • 1 Season

UFC 152: Jones Versus Belfort, produced by Zuffa LLC, is a professional mixed martial arts (MMA) event that took place on September 22, 2012, at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The event featured thirteen exciting fights, including two championship bouts.

The main event of the evening was a highly anticipated matchup between the reigning UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, Jon Jones, and former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, Vitor Belfort. This fight was originally scheduled to take place at UFC 151, but the event was canceled due to Jones refusing to fight on short notice. UFC 152 became the new home for the Jones vs. Belfort fight, and fans were eager to see the two elite fighters face off.

In the co-main event, UFC Flyweight Champion Demetrious Johnson defended his title against John Dodson. This was only the second-ever UFC Flyweight Championship fight, and both fighters were looking to make history.

The main card also featured a middleweight bout between Michael Bisping and Brian Stann, a welterweight contest between Matt Serra and Chris Clements, and a featherweight fight between Cub Swanson and Charles Oliveira.

The preliminary card was aired on FX and featured four compelling matchups, including a bantamweight fight between Canadian fighter Mitch Gagnon and Japanese fighter Walel Watson. The Facebook preliminary card also had four fights, showcasing some of the up-and-coming stars of the UFC.

UFC 152 was an important event for the UFC because it marked the first-ever UFC Flyweight Championship defense and was a pivotal moment in the career of Jon Jones. The event drew a crowd of 16,800 with a gate of $1.92 million, making it a major success for Zuffa LLC.

The event started with the Facebook preliminary card, which featured four fights. The first fight was a bantamweight bout between Roland Delorme and Nick Denis. Delorme won by submission in the first round, earning him his second UFC victory. The second fight was a featherweight fight between Marcus Brimage and Jim Hettes. Brimage won a split decision, handing Hettes his first loss in the UFC.

The third fight on the preliminary card was a bantamweight fight between Mitch Gagnon and Walel Watson. Gagnon, fighting in his home country of Canada, submitted Watson in the first round, giving him his first UFC victory. The final fight on the Facebook preliminary card was a featherweight contest between Seth Baczynski and Simeon Thoresen. Baczynski won by submission in the first round, earning him his third consecutive UFC victory.

The FX preliminary card featured four more fights, with the first being a lightweight bout between Canadian Mark Bocek and Brazilian Rafael dos Anjos. Bocek won by unanimous decision in a back-and-forth battle. The second fight was a welterweight fight between Sean Pierson and Lance Benoist. Pierson won by unanimous decision in a fight that saw him dominate for all three rounds.

The third fight on the FX preliminary card was a light heavyweight fight between Kyle Noke and Charlie Brenneman. Noke, fighting in front of his home crowd, won by TKO in the first round, earning him his second UFC victory. The final fight on the FX preliminary card was a lightweight battle between Evan Dunham and T.J. Grant. Grant won by unanimous decision in a fight that saw him showcase his striking skills.

The main card started with a featherweight bout between Charles Oliveira and Cub Swanson. Swanson won by knockout in the first round, showcasing his striking abilities and earning him his third consecutive victory in the UFC.

The second fight on the main card was a welterweight contest between Matt Serra and Chris Clements. Serra, a former UFC Welterweight Champion, won by unanimous decision in a fight that saw him control the pace and showcase his grappling skills.

The third fight on the main card was a middleweight bout between Brian Stann and Michael Bisping. Bisping won by unanimous decision in a fight that saw him use his superior striking skills to dominate Stann.

The co-main event of the evening was the UFC Flyweight Championship fight between Demetrious Johnson and John Dodson. Johnson won by unanimous decision in a fight that saw him use his speed and grappling skills to control Dodson.

The main event of the evening was the much-anticipated fight between Jon Jones and Vitor Belfort. Jones, the reigning UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, won by submission in the fourth round in a fight that saw him use his superior grappling skills to wear down Belfort.

In conclusion, UFC 152: Jones versus Belfort was an exciting event that had something for every MMA fan. The event featured two championship fights, compelling preliminary and main card fights, and showcased some of the best fighters in the world. UFC 152 was a major success for Zuffa LLC and the UFC and remains a memorable event in the history of MMA.

UFC 152: Jones Versus Belfort is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (12 episodes). The series first aired on September 22, 2012.

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Jon Jones vs. Vitor Belfort
12. Jon Jones vs. Vitor Belfort
September 22, 2012
It's old school vs. new school at UFC® 152, as light heavyweight champ Jon Jones faces former champ Vitor Belfort.
Joseph Benavidez vs. Demetrious Johnson
11. Joseph Benavidez vs. Demetrious Johnson
September 22, 2012
Powerhouse athletes Joseph Benavidez and Demetrious Johnson prepare for an all-out war to determine the first-ever UFC flyweight champion.
Brian Stann vs. Michael Bisping
10. Brian Stann vs. Michael Bisping
September 22, 2012
Former WEC 205lb champ Brian Stann has proven to be even better at 185lbs, winning 4 of 5 there. Michael Bisping has also had success at both 205 and 185 and is looking for a long-awaited title shot, so he'll be trying to make a statement tonight.
Roger Hollett vs. Matt Hamill
9. Roger Hollett vs. Matt Hamill
September 22, 2012
After years of facing the best competition available Matt Hamill called an end to his MMA career in 2011. After a year away he's back in the Octagon, and his first task is to beat versatile fighter Roger Hollett who intends to derail his comeback.
Charles Oliveira vs. Cub Swanson
8. Charles Oliveira vs. Cub Swanson
September 22, 2012
Charles Oliveira has found new life and established himself as a top prospect at 145lbs, and now looks for his 3rd straight. Injuries have held Cub Swanson back over the years, but that all changed in 2012 as he powered his way to two KO victories.
Vinny Magalhaes vs. Igor Pokrajac
7. Vinny Magalhaes vs. Igor Pokrajac
September 22, 2012
TUF 8 finalist Vinny Magalhaes left the UFC shortly after the show, but the BJJ black belt worked on his game and earned his way back to the Octagon. He won't have an easy return though, as there are few fighters on a hot streak like Igor Pokrajac.
Evan Dunham vs. TJ Grant
6. Evan Dunham vs. TJ Grant
September 22, 2012
Evan Dunham and TJ Grant don't talk trash, but you won't find any fighters who want to win more than they do. Ground ace Grant is unbeaten at 155, and Dunham is also on a hot streak with back-to-back wins. Both men look to make a statement tonight.
Lance Benoist vs. Sean Pierson
5. Lance Benoist vs. Sean Pierson
September 22, 2012
Sean Pierson pioneered Toronto's MMA scene and is now back fighting in his home province, and this time his only goal is winning. Sharing his intent is prospect Lance Benoist, a well-rounded battler whose two UFC fights have been crowd pleasers.
Marcus Brimage vs. Jimy Hettes
4. Marcus Brimage vs. Jimy Hettes
September 22, 2012
A fierce competitor, Marcus Brimage emerged from TUF 14 as one of the top prospects at 145 pounds. Already holding that title is unbeaten Jimy 'The Kid' Hettes, a judo and jiu-jitsu ace. Tonight, two exciting young bantamweight stars battle it out.
Simeon Thoresen vs. Seth Baczynski
3. Simeon Thoresen vs. Seth Baczynski
September 22, 2012
Simeon Thoresen showcased his submission skills in a successful UFC debut, but now he faces experienced vet Seth Baczynski who is on a 5 fight win streak, with three of those in the Octagon.
Walel Watson vs. Mitch Gagnon
2. Walel Watson vs. Mitch Gagnon
September 22, 2012
Walel Watson is looking to again display the precision and power shown in his UFC debut, and while Gagnon also thrilled fans with his last performance, he is still looking for his first UFC win. They meet tonight in a battle of top 135lb prospects.
Charlie Brenneman vs. Kyle Noke
1. Charlie Brenneman vs. Kyle Noke
September 22, 2012
Charlie Brenneman has proven himself on the big stage and is now looking to move from prospect to contender. A longtime 185lb standout, Kyle Noke is now going to give the welterweight division a try, and he believes he will be his best ever at 170.
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Where to Watch UFC 152: Jones Versus Belfort
UFC 152: Jones Versus Belfort is available for streaming on the Zuffa LLC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch UFC 152: Jones Versus Belfort on demand at Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    September 22, 2012