UFC Chaos: Blanchfield Blasts Barber After Fight Night Cancellation Over Medical Drama

The UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas was set to deliver a thrilling main event with Erin Blanchfield facing Maycee Barber in the women’s flyweight division, but the Octagon stayed silent. Just moments before the fight, Barber withdrew due to a reported medical issue, leaving Blanchfield fuming and fans stunned.

Barber, absent from the cage since March 2024 after a nearly two-week hospital stay, already sparked controversy by missing weight by half a pound on Friday, costing her 20% of her purse. But the real drama unfolded Saturday night when, according to Blanchfield, UFC executive Hunter Campbell revealed Barber suffered a seizure minutes before her walkout. "I’m still in disbelief," Blanchfield said at the post-event press conference. "She knew about this fight since January, yet she shows up unprepared and now this? It’s unprofessional."

Blanchfield didn’t hold back, questioning Barber’s readiness and commitment. "She’s supposed to be ready to go, and now suddenly she’s got health issues right when we’re about to fight? I wouldn’t want to fight her again." She even suggested Barber consider switching divisions, adding, "She needs to fix her life. She’s a mess in every aspect."

Barber, meanwhile, shared hype videos on Instagram but remained silent on the medical issue. The UFC has not officially commented. Blanchfield, with a 13-2 record and a recent victory over Rose Namajunas, now waits for her next chance to shine, while the MMA world buzzes over this chaotic turn of events.