Bilal Hasan and Nilson Rojas are booked to open the main card at UFC Shanghai. The matchup adds another fight to what is shaping up to be a notable card in China.
Bilal Hasan and Nilson Rojas have been booked to open the main card at UFC Shanghai, adding another matchup to what is shaping up to be a notable event in China.
Details on the division, rankings, and records of both fighters were not available at the time of this report, leaving the precise stakes of the bout unclear. What is confirmed is that the two men will share the octagon on the main card, meaning the fight will carry full broadcast visibility rather than being tucked away on the preliminary portion of the event.
Why it matters
- A main card placement signals the UFC views this matchup as a meaningful draw for the Shanghai audience.
- UFC events held in China have historically carried promotional weight for the organization's continued expansion in the Asian market.
- Further details on division and rankings implications will come into sharper focus as the full card takes shape closer to the event date.
The announcement adds another layer to UFC Shanghai's growing card, and both fighters will have the opportunity to perform in front of what is expected to be a large and enthusiastic crowd.
