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UFC Houston is confirmed for February 21, 2026, at Toyota Center, streaming on Paramount+ with prelims at 5 p.m. ET and main card at 8 p.m. ET. The five-round middleweight main event pits Sean Strickland against Anthony Hernandez, who is favored at -285 due to his grappling pressure versus Strickland's boxing volume. Other key bouts include Geoff Neal vs. Uros Medic, Dan Ige vs. Melquizael Costa, and Michel Pereira vs. Zach Reese. This event tests middleweight hierarchy post-Strickland's title history, with Hernandez eyeing a top-contender spot. Predictions favor Hernandez by decision in a grueling affair. Expect division implications as winners climb rankings.
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