In a surprising turn of events, French featherweight William Gomis faced a challenging weight cut ahead of his scheduled bout with Jean Silva at UFC 301. During Friday's official weigh-ins, Gomis tipped the scale at 143 pounds, well below the required limit for the division.

According to reports from MMA Fighting's Guilherme Cruz, Gomis' struggle on the scale was compounded when he vomited backstage just moments before weighing in. Commission doctors were closely monitoring his condition throughout the ordeal.

Despite his visible discomfort, Gomis managed to make weight with clothes on. However, his physical condition raised concerns, and it was decided that his bout would be cancelled. The news was confirmed by MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, following an initial report from RMC Sport Combat.

Gomis, who was looking to maintain his perfect record and improve to 4-0 in the UFC, expressed disappointment as his opportunity to face Silva vanished due to the weight cut complications. Meanwhile, Silva, who successfully made weight at 146 pounds, was left without an opponent for UFC 301.

UFC fans eagerly anticipated Gomis' matchup against Silva, as the latter sought his second win of 2024 after a first-round victory over Westin Wilson earlier in the year. However, the cancellation means both fighters will have to wait for their next opportunity to step into the octagon.

The incident serves as a reminder of the grueling nature of weight cutting in combat sports and the toll it can take on athletes' bodies. While UFC regulations have made efforts to prioritize fighter safety, instances like Gomis' unfortunate situation shed light on the need for continued awareness and support in this critical aspect of the sport.

UFC 301 is set to take place on Saturday night, offering an exciting lineup of bouts for fans to enjoy.