Devonte Smith (born July 30, 1993) is an American mixed martial artist who competed in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
[4] After compiling an amateur record of 7–2–1, Smith started his professional MMA career in 2015 and fought primarily in Ohio.
[15] In turn, Collard was removed from the bout during the week leading up to the event due to an undisclosed medical issue and he was replaced by promotional newcomer Khama Worthy.
[17] Smith was expected to face Alex da Silva Coelho on February 6, 2021, at UFC Fight Night 184.
[28] While preparing for his fight against Khama Worthy, Smith's sister Dariene was killed by a stray bullet in Columbus, Ohio, on July 11, 2020.