This weekend, we return to the Las Vegas Apex with a thrilling main event featuring top 10 featherweights Josh Emmett and Lerone Murphy. While the card may not be packed with household names, as is often the case with Apex events, it promises plenty of exciting matchups. With a mix of undefeated prospects and intriguing underdog stories on the women’s side, this card should deliver. The Prelims start at 6pm EST followed by a 9pm EST Main Card.

Main Card

#8 Josh Emmett vs #10 Lerone Murphy
Featherweight Bout - 145 lbs

Top 10 featherweights collide in the main event as Josh Emmett takes on Lerone Murphy. Emmett, a wrestler at his core, has developed incredible power in his right hand since joining the UFC. Now focusing on his striking speed and power, he rarely relies on his ground game or takedowns. With a wealth of experience against the best in the division, Emmett is best known for his devastating knockout of Bryce Mitchell in his most recent bout. Murphy, an undefeated striker, excels with his footwork and range, picking apart opponents from the outside. As he climbs the ranks toward a potential title shot, veteran Josh Emmett presents the perfect test to see if Murphy has what it takes to compete at the highest level.

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Pat Sabatini vs Joanderson Brito
Featherweight Bout - 145 lbs

In the co-main event, Pat Sabatini faces off against Joanderson Brito. Brito is a fast and athletic grappler with excellent top pressure. While his striking lacks technical finesse, he relies on heavy punches and kicks to set up his takedowns. Sabatini, also dangerous on the ground, has earned some impressive submission victories. However, his biggest weakness in this matchup lies in his striking, as he struggles with volume and effectiveness on the feet. If Sabatini can’t control the fight on the ground, we could be in for an exciting stand-up battle between these two.

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Cortavious Romious vs Changho Lee
Bantamweight Bout - 135 lbs

Cortavious Romious, who came in a couple pounds over weight, is a strong grappler with impressive power and heavy kicks on the feet. He aggressively hunts for submissions on the ground and is an exciting fighter to watch. He faces Changho Lee, a well-rounded fighter who takes control of the octagon with his forward pressure on the feet. Lee is a confident fighter, using a combination of feints and diverse takedowns to keep his opponents constantly guessing.

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Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert
Middleweight Bout - 185 lbs

Brad Tavares and Gerald Meerschaert are both seasoned UFC veterans, making this an exciting matchup. Tavares is a skilled striker with solid takedown defense, though his cardio tends to fade as the fight goes on. Meerschaert, known for his entertaining style, isn't afraid to engage on the feet, although he often finds himself outclassed in striking exchanges before looking to bring the fight to the ground. His Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is his standout attribute, and he's particularly famous for his ability to secure comeback submissions.

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Ode Osbourne vs Luis Gurule
Flyweight Bout - 125 lbs

Osbourne is a skilled mixed martial artist, but he's currently on a three-fight losing streak as he faces the undefeated Gurule in his UFC debut. Gurule is a fast, aggressive striker who looks to impose his will on opponents, whether standing or on the ground. Osbourne, a long and rangy striker with impressive power for the flyweight division, will rely on his experience in the UFC as his biggest advantage heading into this weekend.

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Torrez Finney vs Robert Valentin
Middleweight Bout - 185 lbs

Torrez Finney made his mark as a force on Dana White's Contender Series, securing three impressive wins before earning a UFC contract. Known for his compact, stocky frame, he brings powerful wrestling and relentless control to the octagon, maintaining an undefeated record. Valentin, on the other hand, is an exciting striker who thrives in a stand-up battle. With a wide stance and low hands, he gets creative with his strikes and isn't afraid to take a punch in order to land his own.

Prelims

Diana Belbita vs Dione Barbosa
Flyweight Bout - 125 lbs

Belbita enters the fight as a significant underdog, with her most recent bout ending in a submission loss to Molly McCann. A high-volume striker with excellent cardio, she lacks a distinct martial art specialty. Dione Barbosa, on the other hand, utilizes fast, aggressive striking to close the distance and clinch, setting up her Judo to take opponents to the mat. Once on the ground, she focuses on maintaining control and is patient, never rushing for submissions.

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Rhys McKee vs Daniel Frunza
Welterweight Bout - 170 lbs

McKee was once a highly touted prospect heading into the UFC, but a tough schedule, including battles with fighters like Khamzat Chimaev, has proven challenging. Now, in his second stint with the promotion, he's still on the hunt for his first UFC win. Known for his long, rangy striking, McKee combines speed and power to create offensive threats. Frunza, making his UFC debut, is a relentless striker who uses heavy shots and forward pressure to dominate the action on the feet. He enters the UFC on a five-fight knockout streak, bringing impressive momentum with him.

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Loma Lookaboonme vs Istela Nunes
Strawweight Bout - 115 lbs

Standing at 5'1", Lookboonme may be shorter, but she dominates the octagon with impressive Muay Thai skills and a relentless striking output. Her hands pack power, and she has made noticeable strides in her offensive wrestling, though she's still refining her defensive game. Nunes, on the other hand, is determined to rebound after four consecutive losses. While she consistently showcases strong striking ability, her lack of experience on the ground has hindered her pursuit of her first UFC victory.

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Victor Henry vs Pedro Falcao
Bantamweight Bout - 135 lbs

Henry is an exciting striker who relentlessly pressures his opponents, mixing up his strikes to keep them on the defensive. Falcao, a true grappler with a dangerous submission game, has recently begun to trust in his knockout power, using it effectively to set up his takedowns.

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#15 Martin Buday vs Uran Satybaldiev
Heavyweight Bout - 265 lbs

Martin Buday faces Uran Satybaldiev in an intriguing heavyweight matchup this weekend. Satybaldiev is stepping in on two days notice to take on top 15 heavyweight in his UFC debut. Sadybaldiev, a well-rounded fighter with speed and technical skills is an LFA champion in the 205lb division. He always has close fights that become a war and drain his gas tank as fights go on. Buday who comes in 40 pounds heavier this weekend, has solid grappling and will look to impose his strength and impressive top control

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Vanessa Demopoulos vs Talita Alencar
Strawweight Bout - 115 lbs

Demopoulos excels in close range on the feet, using excellent footwork to control the pocket. While she has a strong ground game, she was submitted in her most recent fight. Alencar, a high-level grappler, looks to take every fight to the ground. A BJJ world champion, she prioritizes control over seeking finishes, preferring to dominate her opponents with positions.

Enjoy the Fights!