UFC Derrick Lewis

'The Black Beast' looks as though he could move down a division after apparently shedding a lot of weight over the winter, with fans in shock at Derrick ...

Fans will find out for certain in Nevada on February 4, the third UFC card of 2023 following its month-long break over the Christmas period. The former interim title challenger suffered both defeats in his home state of Texas, but a return to Las Vegas next month could bring more positive omens. Others suggested a move down to the light heavyweight limit of 205 pounds could be on the cards. UFC pundits, fighters and fans alike were similarly stunned by the heavyweight's updated look after MMA photojournalist Amy Kaplan posted a photo of The Black Beast mid-training. There is some need for caution concerning Lewis' apparent slimming down, however, given he was set to face Spivak in November before their bout was cancelled. Those days could be behind him, however, based on the svelte new shape he looks to be sporting.