The UFC press service announced a bout between top middleweights Reinier de Ridder and Anthony Hernandez to take place on October 18 as the main event of UFC Fight Night 262 in Vancouver, Canada.
Reinier de Ridder last fought in July 2025 at UFC on ABC, defeating Robert Whittaker by split decision. He has 21 wins and two losses on his record.
Anthony Hernandez last entered the octagon in August 2025 at UFC on ESPN 72, submitting Roman Dolidze with a choke in the fourth round. His record stands at 15 wins, two losses and one no contest.
