Thomas Guntt vs Artur Miniev set for UFC Vegas 117 after Trey Ogden injury

Thomas Guntt (11-0) will make his UFC debut against Artur Miniev (7-0) at UFC Vegas 117 this weekend in a lightweight bout. Miniev replaces Trey Ogden, who withdrew due to injury. Guntt is a base wrestler who competed for the University of North Carolina and transitioned to MMA in 2023, compiling 14 fights between February 2024 and February 2025, including 11 professional bouts with 10 finishes and a DWCS win in September. Miniev represents Ukraine but trains in the United States, with 6 finishes in 7 fights (4 knockouts and 2 submissions), primarily competing in Cage Fury before launching his professional career in 2023.