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Lone'er Kavanagh stepped in on short notice to replace the injured Asu Almabayev and handed two-time flyweight champion Brandon Moreno a unanimous-decision defeat in UFC Mexico City, using sharp counter-punching and calf kicks to control the action and deliver a shocking upset as the hometown crowd roared; the win vaults the Brit up the flyweight rankings while Moreno pursues another title shot.
Mexican UFC champion Brandon Moreno said he’s not interested in participating in a UFC event reportedly planned on the White House lawn, offering no explanation beyond a blunt “I’m not interested.” The remark comes as he heads to UFC Mexico in Mexico City to fight Lone’er Kavanagh, part of a rebound run after recent title losses and a string of wins.
Mexican UFC star Brandon Moreno dismissed a reporter’s question about fighting at the UFC’s White House event, saying he’s not interested; the promotion is eyeing a June 14 South Lawn showcase, with Dana White touting it as a major spectacle, while others like Sean Strickland also express reluctance amid ongoing controversy.
Brandon Moreno will headline UFC Mexico with a new opponent after Asu Almabayev withdrew due to an arm injury; Lone’er Kavanagh was pulled from UFC Vegas 114 to replace Almabayev, setting Moreno to face the 9-1 prospect on Feb. 28 at CDMX Arena. Bruno Silva remains slated for UFC Fight Night on March 14 against Charles Johnson.
At UFC Fight Night 237, Brandon Moreno suffered a heartbreaking split decision loss in Mexico, while Brandon Royval's risk paid off with a win and potential title shot. Yair Rodriguez missed a chance for a title shot after being submitted by Brian Ortega, who showcased a strong comeback with improved wrestling skills, marking a much-needed first step in his "rebirth" in MMA.
After UFC Fight Night 237, potential matchups for key winners and losers are discussed. Brandon Moreno is suggested to fight Manel Kape, while Brandon Royval may face Alexandre Pantoja. Yair Rodriguez is recommended to face the winner of Calvin Kattar vs. Aljamain Sterling, and Brian Ortega is proposed to fight Movsar Evloev.
Brandon Royval defeats Brandon Moreno via split decision in the main event of UFC Mexico City, spoiling Moreno's homecoming and picking up the biggest win of his career. Despite being the underdog, Royval rallied from an early deficit to secure the victory, calling out UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja for a rematch. Moreno, the first Mexican-born UFC champion, suffered his second straight loss and remains winless in UFC fights in his home country.
Brandon Royval secured a hard-fought victory over Brandon Moreno in a rematch at UFC Mexico City, avenging his previous loss to Moreno. The intense battle went the distance, with Royval earning a split decision win. Pros reacted to the thrilling fight, with some expressing their excitement over the non-stop action and close contest. Royval may have a shot at the 125-pound title in the future, potentially at UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro.
Brandon Royval avenged his previous loss to Brandon Moreno in a split decision upset victory at UFC Fight Night 237, potentially earning him a shot at the title. Social media reactions were mixed, with some praising Royval's performance and others expressing surprise at Moreno's underwhelming showing. Royval, who has Mexican heritage, expressed his love for Mexico after the fight, and the close match left fans speculating about the judges' decision.
UFC Mexico City is set to feature two potential title eliminators as Brandon Moreno takes on Brandon Royval and Yair Rodriguez faces Brian Ortega. The event will also showcase other main card matchups, including Daniel Zellhuber vs. Francisco Prado, Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Ricky Turcios, Yazmin Jauregui vs. Sam Hughes, and Manuel Torres vs. Chris Duncan. The entire event will be live on ESPN+ on Saturday, Feb. 25, with a preliminary portion starting at 7 p.m. ET and a main card at 10 p.m. ET.
UFC Mexico City featured a main event rematch between Brandon Moreno and Brandon Royval, with Moreno emerging victorious. In the co-main event, Yair Rodriguez faced Brian Ortega in a featherweight rematch. The event also included a lineup of other exciting fights, with live blogs covering the top two matchups.
All 26 fighters for the UFC Mexico City event will weigh in, with live video coverage available. Brandon Moreno and Brandon Royval must weigh no more than 126 pounds for their non-title flyweight fight, while Yair Rodriguez and Brian Ortega need to hit 146 pounds or less for their co-main event. The official weigh-ins are at 10 a.m. ET, with ceremonial weigh-ins at 6 p.m. ET. The main card and preliminary card matchups are also listed.
At the UFC Mexico City official weigh-ins, Brandon Moreno, Brandon Royval, Yair Rodriguez, and Brian Ortega made weight for their respective rematches, while Edgar Chairez and Daniel Lacerda both missed weight for their rematch, causing uncertainty about the bout's status. The Chairez-Lacerda matchup has been plagued with issues, including a previous no-contest and Lacerda's medical withdrawal from a rescheduled fight. The headliners seek revenge after previous losses, and the official weigh-in results for the event are listed.
Brandon Moreno will now face Brandon Royval in the main event of UFC Mexico City on Feb. 24, following Amir Albazi's withdrawal due to injury. This rematch comes after Moreno's victory over Royval in November 2020. Ranked No. 2 and No. 7 in the world at flyweight, Moreno aims to bounce back from his loss of the flyweight title, while Royval looks to recover from his recent defeat in a title fight to Alexandre Pantoja.
Former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno releases a statement on Instagram following his title loss to Alexandre Pantoja, expressing determination to return and promising that his story is far from over. Moreno suffered a split decision defeat in his first official title defense at UFC 290, marking his third loss to Pantoja. Despite setbacks, Moreno remains optimistic about his future in the sport.