Sean Woodson prepares to return at UFC Shanghai after lengthy layoff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Sean Woodson faces Jack Jenkins at UFC Fight Night 286 in Shanghai on August 26, 2026. The fighter's return follows a lengthy hiatus after a TKO loss to Dan Ige in April 2025. Woodson, who was previously on a seven-fight unbeaten streak, expressed eagerness to compete again and aims for a strong performance to regain his position in the division. He has been training consistently during his layoff, focusing on overcoming challenges from his last fight.
- •Woodson (13-2-1 MMA, 7-2-1 UFC) returns after a year and four months.
- •He aims to rebound from a loss to Dan Ige at UFC 314.
- •The bout takes place at Shanghai Indoor Stadium on August 26.
- •Woodson believes a win will lead to a ranked matchup.
- •He has been disciplined and training consistently during his layoff.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Sean Woodson explains layoff, plans to send division firm reminder at UFC Shanghai
"Sean Woodson was on a seven-fight winning streak prior to his loss last year to Dan Ige, and he's itching to get back in the cage Saturday.
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