December 12, 2026, is shaping up to be a monumental night for fight fans, with three electrifying bouts officially added to the calendar. From pivotal lightweight and middleweight clashes to a heavyweight showdown, the stakes are incredibly high for all six competitors.
Middleweight Mayhem: Pyfer vs. Nickal
A compelling middleweight encounter sees rising star Joe Pyfer, boasting a 16-3-0 professional record, square off against the highly touted Bo Nickal. Pyfer, currently ranked #6 in the division, is on an impressive four-fight winning streak, with his last outing a second-round KO/TKO victory over Israel Adesanya in March 2026. Known for his finishing abilities, "Bodybagz" has secured 10 knockouts and 4 submissions in his career. His UFC record stands at 7-1-0.
Facing him is Bo Nickal, an elite wrestler who has quickly made waves in MMA with a 9-1-0 record. Nickal, ranked #14 in the middleweight division, also possesses a strong finishing rate, with 4 knockouts and 4 submissions to his name. His most recent victory came in June 2026, a first-round KO/TKO over Kyle Daukaus. With both fighters eager to climb the ranks, this middleweight clash promises explosive action.
Heavyweight Thunder: Pavlovich vs. Pereira
In a heavyweight clash that guarantees fireworks, Sergei Pavlovich meets Alex Pereira. Sergei Pavlovich, with a formidable 21-3-0 professional record, holds the #3 ranking in the heavyweight division. He is a proven finisher, with 7 of his 9 UFC wins coming by KO/TKO. Pavlovich's last fight in May 2026 saw him secure a first-round knockout victory over Tallison Teixeira. His UFC record is 9-3-0.
Across the octagon stands Alex Pereira, a fighter known for his devastating striking power. Pereira, who typically competes at light heavyweight where he is ranked #1, steps up to the heavyweight division for this bout. He holds a professional MMA record of 13-4-0, with a remarkable 11 of his wins coming by knockout. Pereira's last appearance was a loss to Ciryl Gane in June 2026. This matchup pits two of the sport's most dangerous strikers against each other, ensuring a high-octane affair.
Lightweight Legacy: Oliveira vs. Lopes
A highly anticipated lightweight battle will see former champion Charles Oliveira take on the surging Diego Lopes. Charles Oliveira, a true legend of the lightweight division, carries an impressive 37-11-0 professional record, with 10 knockouts and an incredible 22 submissions. Ranked #3 in the lightweight division, "do Bronxs" is coming off a unanimous decision victory over Max Holloway in March 2026. His UFC record stands at 37-11-0 (1 NC).
Challenging Oliveira is Diego Lopes, who makes the move to lightweight for this significant contest. Lopes, typically a featherweight where he is ranked #2, holds a professional record of 28-8-0. He is a dangerous finisher himself, with 12 knockouts and 12 submissions. Lopes's last fight in June 2026 resulted in a second-round knockout win over Steve Garcia. This bout also carries the added intrigue of the BMF Championship being on the line, with Lopes scheduled to challenge the title holder, Charles Oliveira. This promises to be a grappling and striking chess match between two highly skilled and exciting fighters.
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