UFC Fight Night 279: Viewing Details and Fight Card Preview

This week, the UFC returns to its Las Vegas venue with an exciting matchup featuring two prominent flyweight contenders in a rematch that could pave the way for a future title shot. UFC Fight Night 279 promises thrilling action as Manel Kape and Kyoji Horiguchi clash in the main event.

Fans can catch the main card live on Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. ET, while the preliminary bouts will begin at 5 p.m. ET on the same platform. For ongoing updates about the broadcast, keep an eye on MMA Junkie throughout the week.

In the main event, Manel Kape (22-7 MMA, 7-3 UFC) looks to avenge his previous loss to Kyoji Horiguchi (36-5 MMA, 9-1 UFC), who submitted him in their 2018 encounter while competing in Rizin. Kape, who has secured three consecutive wins by stoppage since a loss to Muhammad Mokaev, is eager for redemption. Horiguchi, with notable victories including a submission win over Tagir Ulanbekov, is also riding a wave of momentum after defeating Amir Albazi earlier this year.

The co-main event features Ion Cutelaba (20-11-1 MMA, 9-10-1 UFC) facing off against undefeated newcomer Navajo Stirling (9-0 MMA, 4-0 UFC) in the light heavyweight division. Cutelaba, celebrating a decade in the UFC, hopes to extend his winning streak, while Stirling seeks to build on his recent success in the promotion.

Additional fights on the main card include matchups between Hyder Amil and Christian Rodriguez, Kevin Borjas against Andre Lima, and Melsik Baghdasaryan facing Murtazali Magomedov, who is making his UFC debut. The preliminary card features several promising fighters, offering fans a full night of action.