UFC Fight Night: New Bouts Announced

The UFC has been busy in the matchmaking department, announcing several exciting new matchups across different weight classes. Here's a look at the fights that have recently been booked:

August 8, 2026

The August 8th card will feature a welterweight clash between Ty Miller and Billy Ray Goff. Miller will look to build on his recent momentum, while Goff aims to make a statement in the division. In the bantamweight division, Yadier del Valle faces the veteran Darren Elkins. Elkins, known for his toughness, will have his hands full with the dynamic del Valle. Also on August 8th, Juliana Miller will step into the octagon against Ravena Oliveira. Both fighters are looking to climb the bantamweight rankings, promising an engaging contest.

July 25, 2026

The July 25th event is set to host a light heavyweight bout between Dustin Jacoby and Muhammad Said. Jacoby, a powerful striker, will look to keep his impressive finishing rate intact against the up-and-coming Said.

In another bantamweight matchup, Cody Gibson will take on Abdul Hussein. Both fighters are eager to prove themselves in the stacked bantamweight division.

September 12, 2026

A heavyweight showdown headlines the September 12th card as Waldo Cortes Acosta faces Curtis Blaydes. Blaydes, a perennial contender, will test the power and durability of Cortes Acosta.

In a highly anticipated women's flyweight bout, Manon Fiorot is set to face Alexa Grasso. This clash of top contenders could have significant title implications.

The flyweight division will also see a rematch between Brandon Moreno and Joseph Morales. Both fighters have a history, and this encounter is sure to be explosive.

Veteran Tim Elliott will meet Edgar Chairez in a flyweight contest. Elliott's experience will be put to the test against the dangerous Chairez.

Finally, Kelvin Gastelum will move up to middleweight to take on Yousri Belgaroui. Gastelum, a former title challenger, faces a dangerous kickboxer in Belgaroui, making for an intriguing stylistic matchup.

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