Bryce Mitchell's opponent changes to Santiago Luna for UFC Fight Night 278
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 1:13 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Bryce Mitchell will face Santiago Luna at UFC Fight Night 278 after Victor Henry withdrew from the bout for undisclosed reasons. The change was confirmed less than a week before the event, which takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Mitchell is making his bantamweight debut in this match, necessitating the last-minute adjustment to his opponent. The UFC and other sources reported the updates surrounding the bout, highlighting the impact of Henry's withdrawal on the fight card.
- •Bryce Mitchell receives a new opponent for UFC Fight Night 278
- •Santiago Luna replaces Victor Henry on short notice
- •Mitchell competes in his bantamweight debut at UFC Apex
- •Event takes place in Las Vegas
- •The change was confirmed less than a week before the fight
- 1:13 AMYahoo Sports — Bryce Mitchell receives last-minute opponent change at UFC Fight Night 278
"Bryce Mitchell has received a new opponent less than a week before UFC Fight Night 278.
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