The UFC has been busy behind the scenes, announcing a flurry of new matchups across several upcoming fight nights. Here's a breakdown of the latest bookings:
August 29, 2026 Fights
The August 29th card will feature a trio of intriguing contests. In the welterweight division, China's Ding Meng (35-10-0) faces off against Australia's Cameron Nelson. Meng, known for his striking power with 28 wins by KO/TKO, will look to continue his finishing ways. Meanwhile, Lawrence Lui takes on Hector Santiago in a bantamweight clash. Santiago, a powerful striker with a 6-1 record and five finishes, will be making his UFC debut. Also on the card, the dynamic Xiao Long (27-11-0) will compete in the bantamweight division against Francesco Nuzzi (11-2-0). Xiao Long, a fighter with a diverse skillset including nine submission wins, will aim to overcome Nuzzi's well-rounded attack.
October 24, 2026 Fights
A stacked October 24th event sees some significant names enter the Octagon. Light heavyweight contender Nikita Krylov (31-12-0) is set to face Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev. Krylov, a veteran with a high finish rate, will be looking to climb the rankings. In the middleweight division, Abus Magomedov (29-7-1) is scheduled to fight Cam Rowston (15-3-0). Magomedov, known for his aggressive style and finishing ability, faces Rowston, who has a strong record with multiple stoppage wins. The highly anticipated bout between Arnold Allen and Aaron Pico will also take place on this date. Allen, a top featherweight contender, will face the explosive Pico in what promises to be an exciting matchup.
October 17, 2026 Fight
A middleweight bout between Julien Leblanc and Gilbert Urbina has been booked for October 17th. Both fighters will be looking to make a statement and climb the division's ladder.
September 12, 2026 Fight
Ramiro Jimenez (11-0-0) puts his undefeated record on the line against Rodrigo Vera on September 12th. Jimenez, known for his impressive finishing ability, will aim to extend his perfect record.
September 5, 2026 Fight
In the women's strawweight division, Delphine Benouaich (7-2-0) makes her UFC debut against Sofia Montenegro (6-2-0) on September 5th. Benouaich, a French fighter with multiple stoppage wins, faces Montenegro, who earned her contract on Dana White's Contender Series.
October 3, 2026 Fight
Veteran Court McGee (record not immediately available) will face Eric Nolan (record not immediately available) in a middleweight contest on October 3rd.
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