The UFC has released the full fight video of the bantamweight bout between Song Yadong and Marlon Moraes [1].
The release provides a complete record of a high-stakes matchup featuring a former champion. This bout served as a key attraction for the promotion's strategic return to the Asian market.
The fight occurred on June 22, 2024 [1], as part of the UFC Macau event. The competition took place in Macau, China [1], marking the organization's first return to the region following an 18-month hiatus [2].
Song Yadong and Marlon Moraes entered the Octagon as prominent figures in the bantamweight division. The event was designed to showcase top-tier talent in a region where the UFC has sought to expand its footprint and fan engagement.
By publishing the full fight on its official YouTube channel, the UFC allows fans to analyze the technical exchanges, and the outcome of the match in detail [1]. The promotion often uses these archives to build narratives around fighters as they move toward title contention or veteran milestones.
Macau provided a significant backdrop for the event, serving as a hub for international sports tourism and combat sports in China [1]. The return to the city after a year and a half of absence underscores the importance of the Macau market for the promotion's global scheduling strategy [2].
“The fight occurred on June 22, 2024, as part of the UFC Macau event.”
The availability of the full fight allows for a deeper technical assessment of Song Yadong's trajectory within the bantamweight rankings. Furthermore, the timing of the event in Macau reflects the UFC's ongoing effort to stabilize and grow its presence in China by alternating between major hubs and regional markets.




