UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer
Completed
Israel Adesanya vs. Joe Pyfer
MMA
March 28, 2026 at 09:00 PM UTC
🇺🇸 Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, USWhere to Watch
Fight Card
Middleweight|5R
VS
HEX MWAustralian FC MWFormer UFC MW
🇳🇬Israel Adesanya
24-5 / Age 36 / 193cm
Reach 203cm / 3連敗
VS
AOWCF MWFormer ROC MW
🇺🇸Joe Pyfer
15-3 / Age 29 / 188cm
Reach 191cm / 3連勝
Finish Stats
58%
KO
63%
0%
SUB
26%
58%
FIN
89%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Israel Adesanya
Knees & Punches
2
Kick
2
KO/TKO
2
Counter Right
1
Left Hook to Ground & Pound
1
Joe Pyfer
KO/TKO
7
Rear Naked Choke
3
Overhand Right
1
Arm Triangle Choke
1
Right Cross to Ground Strikes
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Israel Adesanya
Joe Pyfer
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Israel Adesanya: Israel Adesanya is a BJJ purple belt.
Israel Adesanya
Israel Adesanya is a Nigerian-born middleweight fighter with a record of 24-5-0. Competing in the UFC, he is a former two-time Middleweight Champion celebrated for his elite kickboxing, fluid movement, and precision striking. His recent career includes a spectacular knockout victory over Alex Pereira to reclaim his title at UFC 287. Following battles with Sean Strickland, Dricus Du Plessis, and Nassourdine Imavov, he remains one of the most prominent figures in MMA.
FROM X
Adesanya is actively engaging with his fans ahead of his upcoming fight against Joe Pyfer in Seattle on March 28th. Through a partnership with Tradeify, he announced a "Massive Giveaway" offering two winners and their guests a full VIP experience, including round-trip flights, hotel stays, and VIP seating to watch the event live. He has also been sharing his enthusiasm for digital collectibles and "The Champion Mindset" series.
Joe Pyfer
Joe Pyfer is a United States middleweight competing in the UFC with a professional record of 15-3-0. Known for his finishing ability and well-rounded skill set, he stands 6'2" with a 75-inch reach. He is currently on a three-fight win streak, most recently securing a second-round submission victory over Abus Magomedov in October 2025. This followed a unanimous decision win against Kelvin Gastelum and a first-round knockout of Marc-André Barriault.
FROM X
On social media, Pyfer maintains an active and engaging presence, often sharing his mindset regarding the fight game. He recently invited fans to follow his Twitch channel to watch him play Call of Duty. He has also expressed his long-term dedication to combat sports, noting that he has been in the game for over 20 years while maintaining a "young mind and hungry soul."
Women's Flyweight|3R
VS
Former UFC FlyW
🇲🇽Alexa Grasso
17-5-1 / Age 32 / 165cm
Reach 168cm / 2連敗
VS
🇺🇸Maycee Barber
15-2 / Age 27 / 165cm
Reach 165cm / 7連勝 / Freestyle
Finish Stats
13%
KO
44%
13%
SUB
13%
25%
FIN
56%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Alexa Grasso
Rear Naked Choke
2
Punches
1
Punch
1
Maycee Barber
Ground & Pound
4
Punches
2
Knee & Punches
1
Rear Naked Choke
1
Armbar
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Alexa Grasso
Maycee Barber
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Alexa Grasso: (Alexa Grasso) BJJ brown belt.
Maycee Barber: (Maycee Barber) Karate black belt 2nd dan, BJJ purple belt.
Alexa Grasso
Mexico native Alexa Grasso is a highly skilled MMA athlete competing in the UFC Flyweight division. Standing 5'5" with a 66-inch reach, she holds a professional record of 16-5-1 and is widely recognized for her elite boxing and technical striking. Her recent career is defined by a historic rivalry with Valentina Shevchenko, whom she defeated via fourth-round submission to capture the title. She followed this with a split draw and a decision loss in their subsequent bouts, and most recently faced Natalia Silva at UFC 315.
FROM X
Alexa Grasso enjoys engaging with the MMA community during major events. She recently shared her fight night routine, expressing her enthusiasm for watching UFC 309 while enjoying a "Hot Honey Rub" bundle from Wingstop. Even when not competing herself, she maintains an active interest in the sport's biggest cards and shares those moments with her fans.
Maycee Barber
Maycee Barber is a highly ranked American flyweight competitor in the UFC, known by the moniker "The Future." Standing 5'5" with a 65-inch reach, she possesses an aggressive fighting style characterized by heavy pressure and powerful striking. She is currently on a dominant seven-fight win streak, most recently securing a unanimous decision victory over Karine Silva in December 2025, following wins against Katlyn Cerminara, Amanda Ribas, Andrea Lee, and Jessica Eye.
FROM X
Barber frequently engages with the MMA community by sharing her reactions to major events. Following UFC 285, she displayed great sportsmanship and ambition by congratulating Alexa Grasso on winning the title while simultaneously expressing her own drive to work toward a future rematch for the championship belt.
Welterweight (170 lbs)|3R
VS
Fight Time WW (2 def.)
🇺🇸Niko Price
16-10 / Age 36 / 183cm
Reach 193cm / 3連敗
VS
UFC LW GPTAL LWNFC LWEF LW
🇺🇸Michael Chiesa
19-7 / Age 38 / 185cm
Reach 192cm / 3連勝
Finish Stats
59%
KO
7%
18%
SUB
60%
76%
FIN
67%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Niko Price
Punches
4
KO/TKO
3
Armbar
1
Upkick
1
Hammerfists From Bottom Position
1
Michael Chiesa
Rear Naked Choke
13
KO/TKO
2
Triangle Choke
2
Kimura
1
D'arce Choke
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Niko Price
Michael Chiesa
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Niko Price: Niko Price holds a BJJ black belt.
Michael Chiesa: Michael Chiesa holds a BJJ purple belt.
Niko Price
Niko Price is a veteran United States mixed martial artist competing in the UFC Welterweight division. Standing 6'0" with a 76-inch reach, he is widely celebrated for his creative finishing ability and "all-action" fighting style. His professional record stands at 16-10-0. In his recent outings, he faced Nikolay Veretennikov, Jacobe Smith, and Themba Gorimbo, following a notable unanimous decision victory over Alex Morono at UFC 302 in June 2024.
FROM X
In August 2024, Price shared the joyful news of a new addition to his family, enthusiastically posting "It’s a GIRL!!!" on his X account. Beyond his professional MMA career, he remains highly active in the combat sports community, frequently expressing his eagerness to take on any opponent at 170 lbs and seeking out grappling tournaments to stay sharp between UFC bouts.
Michael Chiesa
Michael Chiesa is a United States mixed martial artist competing in the UFC Welterweight division. Standing 6'1" with a 75.5-inch reach, he is a highly skilled grappler known for his submission prowess. He is currently on a three-fight winning streak, most recently securing a unanimous decision victory over Court McGee in June 2025, following back-to-back rear naked choke submissions against Max Griffin and Tony Ferguson.
FROM X
A dedicated enthusiast of combat sports and athletics, Chiesa recently celebrated his team's victory in the 2026 NCAA fantasy wrestling tournament, expressing his excitement at being back at the top of the podium. He also shared a reflection on a 2019 training session with Gordon Ryan, noting how eye-opening it was to be outmatched by pure technique.
Featherweight|3R
VS
CS LWCS FW
🇺🇸Julian Erosa
31-13 / Age 36 / 185cm
Reach 189cm / 1連敗
VS
LFA FWNação Cyborg FW
🇧🇷Lerryan Douglas
14-5 / Age 31 / 175cm
Reach 183cm / 6連勝
Finish Stats
34%
KO
50%
43%
SUB
0%
77%
FIN
50%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Julian Erosa
KO/TKO
4
Triangle Choke
4
D'arce Choke
3
Punches
3
Armbar
3
Lerryan Douglas
Punches
3
Left Hook
2
Punch
2
Punches (Standing TKO)
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Julian Erosa
Lerryan Douglas
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Julian Erosa: Julian Erosa is a BJJ brown belt.
Julian Erosa
Julian Erosa is a United States featherweight competing in the UFC. Known for his resilience and opportunistic grappling, he holds a professional record of 31 wins and 12 losses. He is particularly dangerous with guillotine chokes, using them to secure back-to-back first-round finishes against Ricardo Ramos and Christian Rodriguez in 2024. Most recently, he faced Melquizael Costa in May 2025 following a technical knockout victory over Darren Elkins in April 2025.
FROM X
Erosa is an avid sports fan who frequently shares his excitement for both MMA and football. He is a vocal supporter of the Seattle Seahawks, celebrating their victories and praising standout players like DK Metcalf. Additionally, he often posts live reactions to UFC events, showing great respect and enthusiasm for his fellow fighters' performances.
Lerryan Douglas
Lerryan Douglas is a featherweight mixed martial artist from Brazil with a professional record of 14-5-0. Known for his powerful striking and finishing ability, he currently holds a six-fight winning streak. His recent momentum includes a first-round knockout of Julian Erosa in his UFC debut in March 2026 and a quick left hook victory over Cam Teague on Dana White's Contender Series. He also secured notable wins in LFA against Elijah Johns, Javier Reyes, and Nathan Ghareeb.
Middleweight|3R
VS
🇺🇸Mansur Abdul-Malik
9-1-1 / Age 28 / 188cm
Reach 203cm / 1連敗 / Wrestling
VS
LFL LHW
🇹🇳Yousri Belgaroui
10-3 / Age 33 / 198cm
Reach 201cm / 4連勝 / Kickboxing
Finish Stats
80%
KO
78%
20%
SUB
0%
100%
FIN
78%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Mansur Abdul-Malik
Punches
2
Ground & Pound
2
KO/TKO
2
Standing Guillotine Choke
1
Strikes Against the Cage
1
Yousri Belgaroui
Punches
4
KO/TKO
2
Body Shot
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Mansur Abdul-Malik
Yousri Belgaroui
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Mansur Abdul-Malik: At UFC 323 in December 2025, he submitted Antonio Trocoli with a standing guillotine in just 69 seconds of the first round.
Yousri Belgaroui: During his GLORY days, he fought Adesanya twice and Pereira three times.
Mansur Abdul-Malik
Mansur Abdul-Malik is a middleweight mixed martial artist from the United States with a professional record of 9 wins, 1 loss, and 1 no contest. Standing 6'2" with an 80-inch reach, he is known for a dynamic fighting style that blends powerful striking with high-level grappling. His recent Octagon performance includes a first-round standing guillotine choke victory at UFC 323 and a first-round knockout via punches against Duško Todorović.
FROM X
Following a recent competitive setback, Abdul-Malik demonstrated immense grace and sportsmanship by congratulating his opponent and expressing gratitude for the experience. He frequently shares philosophical and spiritual reflections, emphasizing that internal examination and trust in a higher power are essential for maintaining mental clarity and becoming a better version of oneself every day.
Yousri Belgaroui
Yousri Belgaroui is a Tunisian mixed martial artist and former elite-level kickboxer competing in the Middleweight division. Standing 6'6" with a 79-inch reach, he utilizes his immense frame and world-class striking to control distances. He currently holds a professional record of 9 wins and 3 losses. In his most recent outing at UFC Fight Night in October 2025, he defeated Azamat Bekoev via third-round knockout. This followed a dominant TKO victory over Taiga Iwasaki.
Lightweight|3R
VS
FSF LW
🇺🇸Terrance McKinney
18-8 / Age 31 / 178cm
Reach 187cm / 1連勝 / KOgang
VS
Elite1 MMA FW
🇨🇦Kyle Nelson
17-6-1 / Age 34 / 180cm
Reach 180cm / 1連勝
Finish Stats
53%
KO
32%
47%
SUB
26%
100%
FIN
58%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Terrance McKinney
Rear Naked Choke
5
Punches
3
High Kick & Hammerfists
1
Mounted Guillotine Choke
1
Punches From Back Mount
1
Kyle Nelson
Punches
3
Rear Naked Choke
2
Guillotine Choke
2
Punches & Knee
1
KO/TKO
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Terrance McKinney
Kyle Nelson
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Terrance McKinney: Terrance McKinney is a BJJ purple belt and an NCAA Division II runner-up.
Kyle Nelson: Kyle Nelson is a BJJ brown belt.
Terrance McKinney
Terrance McKinney is a dynamic United States lightweight competing in the UFC with a record of 18-8-0. Standing 5'10" with a 73.5-inch reach, he is renowned for his explosive finishing ability and high-paced fighting style. In his most recent outing in March 2026, he secured a spectacular 24-second victory over Kyle Nelson via high kick and hammerfists. This followed a submission win over Viacheslav Borshchev and a ground-and-pound finish against Damir Hadžović.
FROM X
McKinney is an active observer of the sport, frequently sharing his enthusiastic reactions to fellow fighters' performances. He recently expressed his admiration for the grit shown by athletes competing through injury, specifically noting a fighter who continued to push for a finish despite a broken leg. He also humorously commented on the discipline required for training, mentioning the "nasty work" of drinking two gallons of water a day.
Kyle Nelson
Kyle Nelson is a Canadian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC. Born on April 20, 1991, he stands 5'11" with a 71-inch reach and holds a professional record of 17-6-1. Known for his powerful striking and versatility, he recently moved up to the lightweight division. His recent performances include a unanimous decision victory over Matt Frevola in October 2025, a first-round knockout of Bill Algeo, and decision wins over Fernando Padilla and Blake Bilder.
FROM X
In November 2025, Nelson reached a major career milestone by being promoted to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. He expressed deep gratitude to his first coach, Bill Quinn, and to Jorge Britto for the promotion, noting that the achievement was twenty years in the making. Outside of the cage, he also participated in a community curling event in Canada.
Lightweight (155 lbs)|3R
VS
LFL LWXFN WW
🇨🇱Ignacio Bahamondes
17-7 / Age 28 / 191cm
Reach 192cm / 1連敗 / Kickboxing
VS
RIZIN LW GP
🇦🇿Tofiq Musayev
23-6 / Age 36 / 175cm
Reach 175cm / 1連勝
Finish Stats
56%
KO
67%
11%
SUB
5%
67%
FIN
71%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Ignacio Bahamondes
Head Kick
2
KO/TKO
2
Triangle Choke
1
Counter Right to Ground Strikes
1
Brabo Choke
1
Tofiq Musayev
Punches
5
Punch
2
Ground & Pound
1
Left Hook
1
Right Hook
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Ignacio Bahamondes
Tofiq Musayev
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Ignacio Bahamondes: Ignacio Bahamondes is a BJJ purple belt.
Ignacio Bahamondes: Ignacio Bahamondes has an amateur kickboxing record of 35-0.
Tofiq Musayev: Tofiq Musayev: Ranked as high as #2 in Bellator's lightweight division.
Ignacio Bahamondes
Ignacio Bahamondes is a Chilean lightweight fighter in the UFC known for his tall 6'3" frame and dynamic striking. Holding a professional record of 17-6-0, he has become a fan favorite due to his exciting finishing ability and creative kickboxing. His recent career includes a highlight-reel first-round triangle choke victory over Jalin Turner and a knockout of Manuel Torres. He consistently demonstrates elite technical skill and high-volume output in the Octagon.
FROM X
Following his fights, Bahamondes maintains a disciplined recovery and training mindset. In April 2023, he shared his progress returning to activity, noting his excitement at completing his first four-mile run and returning to light movement and technical rounds as his body healed. He also enjoys engaging with his Chilean fanbase and often expresses pride in representing Latin America on the global stage.
Tofiq Musayev
Tofiq Musayev is a highly accomplished lightweight fighter from Azerbaijan with a professional record of 23 wins and 6 losses. Standing 5'9", he is celebrated for his explosive striking and powerful knockout ability. He rose to international prominence as the RIZIN Lightweight Grand Prix Champion. In his most recent outing in March 2026, he secured a unanimous decision victory over Ignacio Bahamondes, successfully bouncing back from a loss to Myktybek Orolbai.
FROM X
Following his March 2026 victory at UFC Seattle, Musayev shared a message of gratitude to his global fanbase, specifically including a message in Japanese to thank his supporters in Japan. He also displayed great sportsmanship by calling his opponent, Ignacio Bahamondes, a true warrior and wishing him the best for the future.
Lightweight|3R
VS
COGA LWDFC FWRFC LW
🇺🇸Chase Hooper
16-5-1 / Age 26 / 185cm
Reach 188cm / 2連敗 / BJJ
VS
🇨🇦Lance Gibson Jr.
9-2 / Age 31 / 175cm
Reach 183cm / 1連敗 / Pankration
Finish Stats
23%
KO
46%
59%
SUB
38%
82%
FIN
85%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Chase Hooper
Rear Naked Choke
6
Armbar
2
Ground & Pound
2
Guillotine Choke
2
D'arce Choke
1
Lance Gibson Jr.
KO/TKO
4
Rear Naked Choke
2
Triangle Choke
1
Ground & Pound
1
Elbows & Punches in Back Mount
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Chase Hooper
Lance Gibson Jr.
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Chase Hooper: Chase Hooper holds a BJJ black belt.
Lance Gibson Jr.: Lance Gibson Jr. is an NCAA Division I All-American.
Lance Gibson Jr.: Lance Gibson Jr. is the son of former UFC fighter Gibson and Juliabad.
Chase Hooper
Chase Hooper is a United States lightweight mixed martial artist competing in the UFC with a professional record of 16-5-1. Standing 6'1" with a 74-inch reach, he is recognized for his high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and grappling prowess. His recent history includes bouts against Lance Gibson Jr. and Alexander Hernandez. Prior to these, he secured a notable unanimous decision win over veteran Jim Miller and earned a first-round armbar submission against Clay Guida.
FROM X
Reflecting on the philosophy of martial arts, Hooper shared his view that a black belt is simply a piece of fabric one can purchase, whereas the true beauty of Jiu-Jitsu lies in the gym. He noted that live rolling instantly reveals who truly possesses the skills of a black belt regardless of what they are wearing.
Lance Gibson Jr.
Lance Gibson Jr. is a Canadian mixed martial artist competing in the lightweight division with a professional record of 9 wins and 2 losses. Standing 5'9" with a 72-inch reach, he is known for his versatile finishing ability, utilizing both explosive striking and technical grappling. Recently, he made his UFC debut in December 2025, engaging in a competitive split decision battle against King Green. Prior to this, he secured back-to-back first-round finishes in 2024.
Heavyweight|3R
VS
M-1 HW (2 def.)M-1 HW GP
🇵🇱Marcin Tybura
27-11 / Age 40 / 191cm
Reach 198cm / 2連敗
VS
RUF MMA HWLOXF HW
🇺🇸Tyrell Fortune
18-3 / Age 36 / 191cm
Reach 192cm / 4連勝 / Wrestling
Finish Stats
33%
KO
61%
15%
SUB
11%
48%
FIN
72%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Marcin Tybura
Ground & Pound
3
Rear Naked Choke
3
Head Kick
1
Leg Injury
1
North South Choke
1
Tyrell Fortune
Ground & Pound
5
Punches
2
Doctor Stoppage
1
Punch
1
Punches to the Back of the Head
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Marcin Tybura
Tyrell Fortune
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Marcin Tybura: (Marcin Tybura) BJJ black belt.
Tyrell Fortune: Tyrell Fortune's highest ranking was 5th in Bellator's heavyweight division.
Marcin Tybura
Marcin Tybura is a seasoned Polish Heavyweight competing in the UFC, holding a professional record of 27-11-0. Standing 6'3" with a 78-inch reach, he is known for his well-rounded skill set and effective grappling. His recent performances include a hard-fought unanimous decision loss to Tyrell Fortune and a stoppage defeat against Ante Delija. These followed impressive victories over Mick Parkin and a dominant doctor stoppage win against Jhonata Diniz.
FROM X
Tybura demonstrates a fearless competitive spirit on social media, often welcoming challenges from rising prospects. He recently responded to a potential opponent by stating he is happy to help them through their "learning process," emphasizing that there are "levels to this game" and describing himself as a shark in deep waters compared to those in a wading pool.
Tyrell Fortune
Tyrell Fortune is a United States heavyweight mixed martial artist with a professional record of 18-3-0. Standing 6'3" with a 75.5-inch reach, he is known for his high-level wrestling base and impactful striking. He is currently on a four-fight winning streak, most recently securing a unanimous decision victory over Marcin Tybura in March 2026. Prior to that, he earned consecutive stoppage wins against Demoreo Dennis, Tony Lopez, and Myron Dennis.
Flyweight (125 lbs)|3R
VS
EMMA SW (1 def.)
🏴Casey O'Neill
11-2 / Age 28 / 168cm
Reach 175cm / 1連勝
VS
LFA FlyW
🇧🇷Gabriella Fernandes
11-4 / Age 32 / 168cm
Reach 168cm / 3連勝
Finish Stats
33%
KO
8%
27%
SUB
33%
60%
FIN
42%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Casey O'Neill
Ground & Pound
3
Rear Naked Choke
2
Punches
2
Standing Rear Naked Choke
1
Corner Stoppage
1
Gabriella Fernandes
Technical (Rear Naked Choke)
1
Guillotine Choke
1
Submission to Strikes
1
Rear Naked Choke
1
KO/TKO
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Casey O'Neill
Gabriella Fernandes
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Casey O'Neill: BJJ brown belt.
Casey O'Neill
Casey O'Neill is a professional mixed martial artist from Scotland competing in the UFC Flyweight division. She holds a professional record of 10 wins and 2 losses. Known for her aggressive grappling and relentless pace, she stands 5'6" with a 69-inch reach. In her most recent outing at UFC 305 in August 2024, she secured a unanimous decision victory over Luana Santos. This followed a submission loss to Ariane Lipski and a decision loss to Jennifer Maia.
Gabriella Fernandes
Gabriella Fernandes is a Brazilian flyweight fighter competing in the UFC with a professional record of 11 wins and 3 losses. Standing 5'6" with a 66-inch reach, she is known for her well-rounded skill set and resilience. She is currently on a three-fight winning streak, most recently securing a unanimous decision victory over Julija Stoliarenko in August 2025. This followed a technical submission win via rear-naked choke against Cong Wang and a split decision victory over Carli Judice.
Light Heavyweight|3R
VS
HEX LHWSMMA HW (1 def.)
🇳🇿Navajo Stirling
10-0 / Age 28 / 193cm
Reach 201cm / 10連勝 / Kickboxing
VS
LFA LHW (1 def.)Jungle Fight WW
🇧🇷Bruno Lopes
14-3 / Age 33 / 188cm
Reach 189cm / 2連敗
Finish Stats
60%
KO
38%
0%
SUB
38%
60%
FIN
77%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Navajo Stirling
Punches & Elbows
1
Punches & Elbows From Mount
1
Left Hook
1
Strikes
1
Knee & Punches
1
Bruno Lopes
Arm Triangle Choke
4
Punches
2
KO/TKO
2
Punches to the Body
1
Guillotine Choke
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Navajo Stirling
Bruno Lopes
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Navajo Stirling: Navajo Stirling, BJJ blue belt.
Bruno Lopes: Bruno Lopes holds a Muay Thai black belt and a BJJ brown belt.
Navajo Stirling
Navajo Stirling is an undefeated New Zealand light heavyweight competing in the UFC, holding a professional record of 10-0-0. Standing 6'4" with a 79-inch reach, he utilizes a foundational kickboxing style characterized by high-level striking and composure. He has maintained a perfect trajectory in the Octagon, most recently securing a second-round stoppage victory over Ion Cutelaba in June 2026, which followed another clinical finish against Bruno Lopes in March 2026.
Bruno Lopes
Bruno Lopes is a Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the Light Heavyweight division. Standing 6'2" with a 74.5-inch reach, he holds a professional record of 14 wins and 3 losses. Known for a well-rounded finishing ability, he recently secured a technical knockout victory over Mikheil Sazhiniani at Dana White's Contender Series and a unanimous decision win against Magomed Gadzhiyasulov. His career is highlighted by a high finishing rate via both knockouts and submissions.
Bantamweight (135 lbs)|3R
VS
LFA BW (1 def.)FCFF BWNWC FW
🇺🇸Ricky Simón
22-7-1 / Age 33 / 168cm
Reach 175cm / 1連敗 / Wrestling
VS
Legacy FC FW
🇺🇸Adrian Yanez
17-6-1 / Age 32 / 170cm
Reach 178cm / 1連敗 / Boxing, BJJ
Finish Stats
27%
KO
65%
23%
SUB
9%
50%
FIN
74%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Ricky Simón
Arm Triangle Choke
4
Punches
3
KO/TKO
3
Rear Naked Choke
2
Straight Right
1
Adrian Yanez
KO/TKO
4
Punches
3
Strikes
2
Punch
2
Right Hook to Ground Strikes
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Ricky Simón
Adrian Yanez
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Ricky Simón: BJJ black belt.
Ricky Simón: Ranked as high as #10 in the UFC Bantamweight division.
Adrian Yanez: Adrian Yanez is a BJJ black belt.
Adrian Yanez: Adrian Yanez experienced boxing from childhood, tutored by his father who was a Golden Gloves boxing champion.
Ricky Simón
Ricky Simón is a highly skilled American bantamweight competing in the UFC, holding a professional record of 22 wins and 7 losses. Known for his relentless wrestling and high-pressure grappling, he often overwhelms opponents with his pace. His recent performances include a unanimous decision loss to Raoni Barcelos, which followed consecutive victories where he defeated Cameron Smotherman via decision and secured a stunning first-round knockout against Javid Basharat with a straight right.
FROM X
Ricky Simón recently expressed high levels of motivation and focus for his upcoming competition, stating he is "locked in." He is particularly excited about an upcoming event in Seattle, referring to his bout as "the people’s Main Event." Following a positive experience renting a Cybertruck, he jokingly shared that he is aiming for a "Performance of the Night" (POTN) bonus in his next fight to fund a purchase.
Adrian Yanez
Adrian Yanez is a highly skilled Bantamweight competing in the UFC, known for his elite boxing and knockout power. Born in the United States, he holds a professional record of 17-6-1. His recent performances include a hard-fought majority draw against Ricky Simón and a split decision battle with Daniel Marcos. Previously, he demonstrated his precision striking with a first-round knockout victory over Vinicius Salvador via a powerful right hook.
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Following his majority draw against Ricky Simón in March 2026, Yanez shared a lighthearted moment on social media regarding his post-fight tradition. He jokingly noted that he didn't get "sprinkles" on his ice cream because the result wasn't technically a win, showing his ability to maintain a positive and humorous outlook after a tough fight.
Strawweight (115 lbs)|3R
VS
SFT SWXFMMA SWAG SW
🇧🇷Alexia Thainara
14-1 / Age 28 / 163cm
Reach 170cm / 12連勝
VS
🇧🇷Bruna Brasil
11-6-1 / Age 32 / 168cm
Reach 166cm / 1連敗 / Kickboxing
Finish Stats
0%
KO
27%
57%
SUB
18%
57%
FIN
45%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Alexia Thainara
Rear Naked Choke
5
Armbar
3
Bruna Brasil
Guillotine Choke
2
Head Kick
1
Knee & Punches
1
Punches
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Alexia Thainara
Bruna Brasil
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Bruna Brasil: Bruna Brasil, affiliated with Fighting Nards.
Bruna Brasil: Bruna Brasil, South American Kickboxing Champion.
Alexia Thainara
Alexia Thainara is a Brazilian strawweight fighter competing in the UFC with a professional record of 14 wins and 1 loss. Standing 5'4" with a 67-inch reach, she is currently on a 12-fight winning streak. Her style blends effective grappling with composed striking. In her most recent performances, she secured unanimous decision victories over Bruna Brasil and Loma Lookboonmee, following a first-round submission win against Molly McCann and a contract-earning win on the Contender Series.
Bruna Brasil
Bruna Brasil is a Brazilian strawweight fighter competing in the UFC. Standing 5'6" with a 65.5-inch reach, she is known for her dynamic striking and athletic background. She holds a professional record of 11-6-1. Her recent performances include a hard-fought decision loss to Ketlen Souza in February 2026, which followed a victory over Ming Shi at Road to UFC in August 2025. She also earned a notable unanimous decision win against Molly McCann in July 2024.
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Bruna Brasil maintains an active connection with her fans through live streaming and frequently shares her enthusiasm for the sport. In late 2025, she expressed her deep passion for competing, noting that she feels a sense of emptiness when she does not have a fight scheduled, highlighting her dedicated warrior mindset and constant desire to return to the Octagon.