Mike Malott prepares to headline UFC event against Joaquin Buckley
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 5:41 AM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Mike Malott is set to headline his second UFC event against Joaquin Buckley at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, on October 17, 2026. Reflecting on his upbringing, Malott recalls being told that a career in the UFC was unrealistic. He previously headlined UFC Winnipeg in April, where he defeated Gilbert Burns. Malott expresses gratitude for the opportunity, emphasizing that achieving this level of success was never guaranteed and acknowledges the significance of staying present in his career.
- •Malott faces Joaquin Buckley on October 17, 2026.
- •He previously headlined UFC Winnipeg, defeating Gilbert Burns.
- •Malott reflects on childhood skepticism regarding his UFC ambitions.
- •He emphasizes the importance of gratitude in his journey.
- •The event takes place at Rogers Place in Edmonton.
- 5:41 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Malott was told he'd never make the UFC; now he's headlining
- 5:41 AMSherdog — Mike Malott was told he'd never make the UFC; now he's headlining
"Mike Malott has reflected on his career so far ahead of his Ultimate Fighting Championship headlining clash against Joaquin Buckley.
"Mike Malott has reflected on his career so far ahead of his Ultimate Fighting Championship headlining clash against Joaquin Buckley.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 16, 2026, 5:41 AMMike Malott was told he'd never make the UFC; now he's headlining
Mike Malott has reflected on his career so far ahead of his Ultimate Fighting Championship headlining clash against Joaquin Buckley.
- SherdogOct 16, 2026, 5:41 AMMike Malott was told he'd never make the UFC; now he's headlining
Mike Malott has reflected on his career so far ahead of his Ultimate Fighting Championship headlining clash against Joaquin Buckley.
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