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Emmett Faces Rising Star Vallejos in March UFC Showdown

3/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Josh Emmett (UFC fighter) will face Kevin Vallejos (UFC fighter) in the UFC Fight Night main event on March 14, 2026, at Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
Emmett, 41, seeks to end a streak of one win in five fights.
Vallejos, 24, is 17-1 and a rising, heavy favorite known for striking volume.
The bout starts 11:00 p.m. ET and streams on Paramount+.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural UFC event in 1993 transformed mixed martial arts by introducing a no-holds-barred format, featuring fighters from diverse disciplines. Royce Gracie's victory showcased Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's effectiveness. Today, fighters like Brandon Moreno, the first Mexican UFC champion, and Josh Emmett illustrate the sport's evolution, highlighting the growing prominence of striking techniques alongside grappling in MMA competitions.

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Story summary

Josh Emmett (UFC fighter) will face Kevin Vallejos (UFC fighter) in the UFC Fight Night main event on March 14, 2026, at Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
Emmett, 41, seeks to end a streak of one win in five fights.
Vallejos, 24, is 17-1 and a rising, heavy favorite known for striking volume.
The bout starts 11:00 p.m. ET and streams on Paramount+.

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