UFC Vegas 116’s Alexander Hernandez breaks silence over being ‘falsely accused’ in UFC 324 scrapped fight – ‘Look out for the fighter’
“The Great” has spoken. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Lightweight Alexander Hernandez finally returns to action against Rafa Garcia at UFC Vegas 116 this weekend (Sat. , April 25, 2026) inside the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Hernandez was originally scheduled to face Michael Johnson at UFC 324 earlier this year, but the bout was abruptly […]
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 16: Alexander Hernandez prepares to face Chase Hooper in a lightweight fight during the UFC 319 event at the United Center on August 16, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Zuffa LLC) “The Great” has spoken. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Lightweight Alexander Hernandez finally returns to action against Rafa Garcia at UFC Vegas 116 this weekend (Sat.
, April 25, 2026) inside the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. Hernandez was originally scheduled to face Michael Johnson at UFC 324 earlier this year, but the bout was abruptly scrapped on fight day amid reported betting irregularities . The situation sparked widespread speculation — including reports of potential federal involvement — and left Hernandez sidelined and silent in the months that followed.
Now, ahead of his return, “The Great” is finally addressing the controversy. “I mean, that was a headache and a half,” Hernandez said during UFC Vegas 116 media day ( watch here ). “That was a stressful five weeks.