Sterling faces Zalal in FN main event April 25

Aljamain Sterling faces Youssef Zalal in the main event of UFC Fight Night on April 25 in Las Vegas at featherweight. This booking adds to the packed 2026 schedule, with Sterling dropping to 145 lbs after bantamweight success, testing his adaptability against Zalal's striking. It matters for the featherweight division as Sterling eyes a new path to contention amid ranking shifts. The event streams on Paramount+, setting the tone for upcoming PPVs. Next, watch for Jack Della Maddalena vs. Carlos Prates on May 2 in Perth.