The main card for UFC Perth, scheduled for next weekend, has been affected by a fighter withdrawal. Jack Jenkins has pulled out of his scheduled bout against Marwan Rakhiki, and a replacement opponent has not yet been officially announced. The event's preliminary card is set to begin at 11:00 AM Moscow time, with the main card starting at 2:00 PM. The post provides the current main card lineup following Jenkins' withdrawal.
Australian featherweight Jack Jenkins has withdrawn from his scheduled bout against Marwan Rakhiki on the UFC Perth main card, with no replacement opponent announced as of yet.
Jenkins, 32, carries a 14-4 record and competes out of Absolute Mixed Martial Arts. The Sydney-based fighter stands five-foot-seven with a 68-inch reach and operates out of a switch stance. He is a technically sharp striker, posting 4.48 significant strikes landed per minute at an impressive 61 percent striking accuracy, while also contributing on the ground with nearly two takedowns per 15 minutes.
No details have been provided regarding the reason for Jenkins' withdrawal, and it remains unclear whether a new opponent will be sourced in time to salvage the bout ahead of next weekend's event. The preliminary card for UFC Perth is scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM Moscow time, with the main card following at 2:00 PM.
Why it matters
- Jenkins' exit leaves a gap on the main card, putting pressure on matchmakers to find a late replacement or restructure the lineup.
- Rakhiki now faces the prospect of a short-notice opponent or no fight at all if a suitable match cannot be arranged.
- The withdrawal could affect card positioning and viewing interest for Australian fans expecting to see the local fighter compete on home soil.
