[2] The event marked the promotion's third visit to Austin, and first since UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. Swanson in November 2014.

[2] A welterweight bout between former UFC Lightweight Championship challenger Donald Cerrone and Yancy Medeiros served as the event headliner.

[3] Former Invicta FC Bantamweight Champion and UFC Women's Featherweight Championship challenger Tonya Evinger was expected to face Marion Reneau at the event.

However, due to an injury sustained by Moreno, the pairing was delayed and rescheduled to take place at UFC 223.

However, Bandenay was removed from the event in early February due to an alleged visa issue and was replaced by Brandon Davis.