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UFC Vegas 112: Kape and Vallejos Score Stunning Victories

12/14/2025

Summary

UFC Fighters Dominate

Manel Kape (UFC fighter) defeated Brandon Royval (UFC fighter) by first-round TKO at UFC Vegas 112, positioning him as a title shot against Joshua Van and ending ESPN's partnership.
Kevin Vallejos (UFC fighter) knocked out Giga Chikadze with a spinning back fist, boosting his featherweight standing.
Yaroslav Amosov (UFC fighter) submitted Neil Magny.
Melquizael Costa (UFC fighter) scored a head-kick knockout.
The UFC will resume on Paramount+ in January 2026.

Summary

Bautista and Oliveira Headline

Mario Bautista and Vinicius Oliveira will headline UFC Fight Night on February 7, 2026, in Las Vegas.
The event is the first UFC Fight Night on Paramount+ under a new broadcast deal.
Bautista is No. 9 and seeks a rebound from his loss to Umar Nurmagomedov.
Oliveira is No. 12 on a six-fight win streak, including Kyler Phillips and Said Nurmagomedov.
Both fighters will be making their main event debuts.

History

Historical Context

In 2023, the UFC transitioned from ESPN to Paramount+, ending a partnership that began in 2019 and included over 40 events annually. This shift reflects the increasing competition among networks for exclusive sports content, as Paramount+ aims to enhance viewer engagement. The UFC's move may reshape its revenue model and audience reach, marking a significant evolution in sports broadcasting.

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UFC Fighters Dominate

Manel Kape (UFC fighter) defeated Brandon Royval (UFC fighter) by first-round TKO at UFC Vegas 112, positioning him as a title shot against Joshua Van and ending ESPN's partnership.
Kevin Vallejos (UFC fighter) knocked out Giga Chikadze with a spinning back fist, boosting his featherweight standing.
Yaroslav Amosov (UFC fighter) submitted Neil Magny.
Melquizael Costa (UFC fighter) scored a head-kick knockout.
The UFC will resume on Paramount+ in January 2026.

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