The UFC returns to Seattle for a stacked card at Climate Pledge Arena. The main event features former champion Israel Adesanya against rising contender Joe Pyfer in a crucial middleweight fight.
Main event preview
Israel Adesanya is coming off three straight losses and wants a win to stay in title contention. Adesanya has been a two-time UFC Middleweight Champion and is known for his striking and ring IQ. He faces Joe Pyfer, who hopes to keep his momentum and climb the division rankings.
Pyfer enters the fight looking to extend his winning streak. This is a high-stakes matchup for both fighters: Adesanya to stop a slide, and Pyfer to prove he belongs among the top middleweights.
Other fights to watch
The card also includes a key women’s flyweight bout between No. 3-ranked Alexa Grasso and No. 5-ranked Maycee Barber. Both women are contenders in their division and this fight could affect title-picture rankings.
Veteran Michael Chiesa, who carries a 19-7 record, is expected to step into what may be one of his final fights. He meets Niko Price at welterweight as Chiesa closes this chapter of his career.
Additional bouts on the main card include Julian Erosa vs. Lerryan Douglas at featherweight, Mansur Abdul-Malik vs. Yousri Belgaroui at middleweight, and Terrance McKinney vs. Kyle Nelson at lightweight. These fights add depth and offer chances for fighters to move up the ladder.
Event details and how to watch
The main broadcast is scheduled to begin at 8 PM ET. Fans in the United States can watch the broadcast via Paramount+ and UFC Fight Pass. International viewers can find coverage on TNT Sports where available.
All fights take place at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. The card features a mix of veterans and rising names, promising action across multiple weight classes.
Quick reference
Below are several of the fighters on the main card with notes on their recent form.
| Fighter | Recent Result |
|---|---|
| Israel Adesanya | On a three-fight losing streak; former two-time UFC Middleweight Champion |
| Joe Pyfer | Looking to extend his winning streak and move up the rankings |
| Alexa Grasso | No. 3-ranked flyweight contender |
| Maycee Barber | No. 5-ranked flyweight contender |
| Michael Chiesa | Career record 19-7; expected to be near the end of his career |
| Niko Price | Facing veteran Michael Chiesa at welterweight |
The card presents meaningful matchups at several weight classes. Fans should expect striking battles, grappling tests, and fights that could reshape the rankings in the middleweight and flyweight divisions.
