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UFC has officially booked Josh Emmett vs. Kevin Vallejos to headline a Fight Night event on March 14, 2026, at the Apex in Las Vegas in the featherweight division. Emmett, a veteran KO artist, aims to rebound from recent losses, while Vallejos, a rising contender, rides momentum from his spinning backfist knockout of Giga Chikadze. This matchup highlights the depth of the 145-pound class post-Max Holloway's recent BMF title fight. A win could propel Vallejos into title contention talks, while Emmett seeks to re-enter the top 10. The bout is part of UFC's aggressive March scheduling following UFC 326. Expect ranking shifts and potential gateway fights for contenders.
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