The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to the familiar setting of the Apex in Las Vegas for UFC Vegas 116. The highly anticipated featherweight main event features a bout that could have significant implications for the division’s title picture.
In the headlining fight, former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling aims to continue his ascent in the featherweight division, seeking his first opportunity at the 145-pound championship. To achieve this, he must overcome the in-form Youssef Zalal. Zalal, nicknamed ‘The Moroccan Devil,’ has been on an impressive winning streak since 2022, with five consecutive victories under the UFC banner.
The co-main event showcases a crucial bantamweight contest between Norma Dumont and Joselyn Edwards. Additionally, former ONE Championship standout Marcus Buchecha makes his return to the Octagon in pursuit of his maiden UFC victory, facing the dangerous Ryan Spann.
UFC Vegas 116 Main Card
- 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
- 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).
