Steven Asplund Challenged Johnny Walker for UFC 335
The matchup is proposed for this December in Las Vegas after a callout via Instagram.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Mixed Martial Arts
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Local MMA fighter Steven Asplund has issued a public challenge to Johnny Walker to meet in the octagon at UFC 335. Asplund utilized a 2006 Georges St. Pierre callout style to direct his intentions toward Walker.
Why it matters
The proposal follows a momentum-building stretch for Walker, who recently secured a knockout victory and a significant performance bonus. Whether the UFC brass will book the fight for the December card remains an open question.
Johnny Walker holds a 23-10 career record compared to Steven Asplund's 8-2 standing. Walker earned a $100,000 performance bonus at UFC 332, though the official lineup for the December card is currently unknown.
The players
Steven Asplund
An MMA fighter with an 8-2 career record and a 2-1 record in the UFC.
Johnny Walker
An experienced fighter with a 23-10 record who recently secured a knockout victory.
The details
Steven Asplund, who currently holds a 2-1 record in the promotion, used Instagram Stories to mimic a historic 2006 callout in hopes of securing a bout with Walker. Walker is coming off a knockout win against Mick Parkin at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City. The potential showdown is eyed for December in Las Vegas, pending approval from UFC officials.
Timeline
2006 marked the original Georges St. Pierre callout mimicked by Asplund.
October 3, 2026, was the date of UFC 332.
December 2026 is the target timeframe for the proposed UFC 335 event.
Beyond the Strip
This challenge revives the dramatic tradition of Georges St. Pierre's 2006 callout of Matt Hughes to build hype for a new contest. It follows the pattern of modern fighters using social media to bypass standard matchmaking queues.
MMA fans should monitor upcoming UFC announcements for the official December 2026 schedule in Las Vegas. If the fight is finalized, ticket sales and venue information will be released by the promoter.
The takeaway
The proposed December matchup remains purely speculative until the UFC confirms the official card for UFC 335. Residents should watch for future roster updates to see if this callout leads to a sanctioned bout.
Further reading
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