A lightweight bout between Ismael Bonfim and Vinc Pichel took place at the event.[6] The pair was previously expected to meet at UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs. Lewis but the bout was scrapped after Bonfim missed weight.[7]
A featherweight bout between Jean Silva and William Gomis was scheduled for this event.[11] However, the bout was eventually cancelled due to Gomis suffering a weight cut related illness.[12]