Dana White Signs Colorado’s LFA Champ as Heavyweight Shopping Spree for Tom Aspinall Continues

Back in the day, the flyweight division wasn’t getting the attention it deserved despite having some of the most technically sound fighters in MMA history. But now, the situation has taken a 180-degree turn because it’s the heavyweight division in the UFC that’s been struggling to draw attention. However, Dana White has been trying his part to revitalize the division with a slew of new signings.

Tom Aspinall may stand at the top as the champion, but he’s facing a lack of opponents. But that could change soon because just over a week ago, Dana White signed three new heavyweight fighters–Marek Bujlo, Max Gemenis, and Jose Luiz. But it appears that the UFC CEO wasn’t done since he added yet another fighter to the roster, who’s a regional champion but also has his first matchup in hand.

Dana White signs the LFA heavyweight champion

Dana White often uses the Contender Series platform to find new MMA talent and sign them. Only those with stacked resumes can make their way directly into the UFC. However, for LFA heavyweight champion Denzel Freeman, he appears to have received a pass and signed with the UFC, according to his manager. The 33-year-old heavyweight fighter has just 7 pro fights to his name, and in most cases, that’s not enough to get into the UFC directly. But not only did Freeman make his way directly into the promotion, but he also got the chance to make his debut when the UFC makes its debut in Qatar this November.

There’s been a discussion in the fight community about who can possibly end up on the UFC Qatar main event. While that is currently in the works, Dana White has been adding some of the other fights to the card. Now, Denzel Freeman, who hails from Colorado, will be competing on it against another newcomer who’ll make his debut in Qatar as well, Marek Bujlo, which will be a fresh new matchup between two new fighters for the fans.