The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to the familiar setting of the Apex in Las Vegas for UFC Vegas 116. The event is headlined by a pivotal featherweight matchup that could significantly impact the division’s title picture.
In the main event, former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling aims to continue his ascent in the featherweight division and position himself for a shot at the 145-pound belt. To achieve this, he must overcome the formidable challenge posed by Youssef Zalal. Known as ‘The Moroccan Devil,’ Zalal has been on an impressive winning streak, with his last loss occurring in 2022. He enters this bout with five consecutive victories under the UFC banner.
The co-main event features a high-stakes bantamweight contest between Norma Dumont and Joselyn Edwards. Additionally, former ONE Championship standout Marcus Buchecha makes his return to the Octagon, seeking his first UFC victory against the dangerous Ryan ‘Superman’ Spann.
UFC Vegas 116 Main Card (8:00 PM ET, Paramount+)
- Aljamain Sterling vs. Youssef Zalal
- Norma Dumont vs. Joselyne Edwards
- Rafa Garcia vs. Alexander Hernandez
- Davey Grant vs. Adrian Luna Martinetti
- Montel Jackson vs. Raoni Barcelos
- Marcus Buchecha vs. Ryan Spann
UFC Vegas 116 Preliminary Card (5:00 PM ET, Paramount+)
- Rodolfo Vieira vs. Eric McConico
- Jackson McVey vs. Sedriques Dumas
- Michelle Montague def. Mayra Bueno Silva via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28).
- Cody Durden def. Jafel Filho via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28).
- Francis Marshall def. Lucas Brennan via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
- Victor Valenzuela def. Max Griffin via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).
- Talita Alencar def. Julia Polastri via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).