- George Chung
- Feb 11
- 2 min read
MMA fans, mark your calendars! UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Rodrigues is set to take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. This 12-fight card, featuring elite contenders and rising prospects, promises fireworks from start to finish.
Broadcast live on ESPN+, this event features a middleweight main event showdown between veteran knockout artist Jared Cannonier and the surging Gregory Rodrigues. The co-main event sees the return of striking specialist Calvin Kattar, who will take on the ever-dangerous Youssef Zalal in a featherweight contest. Here’s everything you need to know about the stacked fight card!
Main Event: Middleweight Showdown
Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues (185 lbs)
A clash between power strikers, Cannonier aims to assert his dominance and inch closer to another title shot, while Rodrigues, known for his aggressive style and well-rounded skillset, looks to secure the biggest win of his career. Expect an intense battle with high stakes in the UFC’s middleweight division.
Co-Main Event: Featherweight Fireworks
Calvin Kattar vs. Youssef Zalal (145 lbs)
Veteran featherweight Calvin Kattar returns, looking to bounce back from recent setbacks, while Zalal, known for his speed and slick movement, is determined to make a name for himself against a highly-ranked opponent. This fight is a must-watch for striking enthusiasts!
Main Card: Rising Stars & Veterans Collide
Ismael Bonfim vs. Nazim Sadykhov (155 lbs)
A lightweight war is expected as Bonfim and Sadykhov bring relentless pressure, crisp boxing, and finishing ability.
Jose Delgado vs. Connor Matthews (145 lbs)
Featherweight prospects collide as Delgado and Matthews battle for supremacy and a potential ranking breakthrough.
Edmen Shahbazyan vs. Dylan Budka (185 lbs)
Shahbazyan, once a rising star, faces Budka, a gritty opponent looking to make a statement.
Rodolfo Vieira vs. Andre Petroski (185 lbs)
A grappling chess match is on the horizon as Vieira, a world-class BJJ ace, squares off against Petroski, a relentless wrestler with knockout power.
Preliminary Card: Action-Packed Showdowns
Julia Avila vs. Jacqueline Cavalcanti (135 lbs)
Avila looks to reassert herself in the women’s bantamweight division against the surging Cavalcanti.
Vince Morales vs. Elijah Smith (135 lbs)
Bantamweight fireworks expected as Morales and Smith go head-to-head.
Valter Walker vs. Don'Tale Mayes (265 lbs)
Heavyweights clash in a bout where one punch can end the night in an instant!
Rafael Estevam vs. Jesus Aguilar (125 lbs)
A high-paced flyweight battle where both men will push the pace from start to finish.
Angela Hill vs. Ketlen Souza (115 lbs)
Veteran Angela Hill returns to prove she still belongs among the elite against Souza, a rising force in the strawweight division.
Gabriel Bonfim vs. Khaos Williams (170 lbs)
Two of the most dangerous finishers in the welterweight division collide in a bout guaranteed to deliver excitement!
Why You Can’t Miss UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Rodrigues!
✅ Stacked Card featuring a mix of veterans and rising contenders.
✅ Potential Title Implications in the middleweight and featherweight divisions.
✅ Non-Stop Action from start to finish.
✅ Live on ESPN+ – Stream all the action from anywhere!
