Gallery Johnny Walker def. Justin Ledet at UFC on ESPN+ 2: Best photos view 17 images Johnny Walker is looking to get a short-notice fight against Misha Cirkunov at UFC 235. An opening on the card next month came up over the weekend when it was announced Ovince Saint Preux (23-12 MMA, 11-7 UFC) had been forced out of his scheduled light heavyweight matchup with Cirkunov (14-4 MMA, 5-2 UFC) at UFC 235 due to an injury. The news was only public for a short while before Walker (16-3 MMA, 2-0 UFC), a streaking prospect at 205 pounds, took to social media and asked to be inserted into the fight (via Instagram ): Hey @mishac911 , I heard you need a new opponent for UFC 235? I might know someone… @ufc @danawhite I am waiting for the call UFC 235 takes place March 2 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The main card airs on pay-per-view following prelims on ESPN and UFC Fight Pass.
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Johnny Walker wants to replace Ovince Saint Preux, fight Misha Cirkunov at UFC 235 – MMA Junkie