The UFC’s 2025 calendar will conclude with an exciting Fight Night event on Saturday. This card is headlined by flyweight contenders Brandon Royval and Manel Kape. The event will take place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, promising thrilling matchups for MMA fans.
Fight Night Overview
The event lineup features 13 bouts, including several notable fights within the featherweight and welterweight divisions. Fighters Kevin Vallejos and Giga Chikadze will compete for a chance to enter the rankings, while Melquizael Costa aims for his fifth straight victory against Morgan Charriere.
Weigh-In Results
- Brandon Royval: 126 pounds
- Manel Kape: 126 pounds (last to weigh in)
- Co-main event fighters (Gibson Jr. vs. Green): 158.5 pounds
- Yaroslav Amosov and Neil Magny: 171 pounds each
All fighters successfully made weight before the bouts. This careful preparation underscores the significance of the event as they approach year-end competition.
Canadian Fighters on the Card
A strong contingent of Canadian athletes will compete, featuring women from different weight classes, including Gillian Robertson, Melissa Croden, and Jamey-Lyn Horth. Lance Gibson Jr. will also make his debut, stepping in on short notice against Bobby “King” Green in a catchweight match.
Main Card Predictions
Among the key matchups, Brandon Royval takes on Manel Kape in the main event, while Neil Magny is set to face Yaroslav Amosov, who is debuting after holding the Bellator MMA welterweight title.
Projected Bout Order
| Fight | Fighters |
|---|---|
| Main Event | Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape |
| Featherweight Bout | Giga Chikadze vs. Kevin Vallejos |
| Welterweight Bout | Yaroslav Amosov vs. Neil Magny |
| Catchweight Bout | Lance Gibson Jr. vs. Bobby Green |
| Other Prelim Bouts | Various Fighters |
Event Broadcast Details
Fans can catch the action of UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Kape on Sportsnet 360 and Sportsnet+, starting at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT on Saturday, December 13.
This event promises to close out the year with high energy, showcasing emerging talent and fierce competition in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
