Seattle, WA — Canadian lightweight Lance “Fearless” Gibson Jr. is set to take a major step in his UFC journey when he meets American contender Chase Hooper on the undercard of UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle on March 28.
The 30-year-old from Port Moody, British Columbia, has quickly become a compelling story in MMA. The son of former UFC fighter Lance Gibson Sr., he has carved his own path with a professional record featuring both knockouts and submissions across ten fights, and he remains eager to climb the lightweight ranks after his UFC debut late in 2025.
Gibson Jr.’s UFC journey began in December when he took a short-notice fight and battled veteran King Green, narrowly dropping a split decision. That performance, while a loss on paper, showcased his grit and potential against seasoned competition.
You can watch the MM-EH interview with Lance where he recounted that he was at home in BC eating a juicy steak on Monday night when he got the phone call that he might be fighting in his UFC debut on Saturday.
Standing across the Octagon will be Chase “The Dream” Hooper, a well-travelled American lightweight known for his length, Brazilian jiu-jitsu credentials, and a mix of finishes and decisions during his UFC tenure. Hooper, originally from Enumclaw, Washington, brings a sizable 16-4-1 record and a reputation for submission prowess into the Seattle fight.
For Canadians, Gibson Jr.’s bout represents more than just another undercard fight — it’s a chance for a homegrown talent to build momentum on one of the UFC’s marquee early-season cards as he looks to honour his family legacy and stake his claim among lightweight contenders.
UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer airs March 28 live from Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.