Cape Stops Horiguchi in Round Three to Extend KO Streak to Four

Manel Kape defeated Kyoji Horiguchi by knockout in the third round, extending his finishing streak to four consecutive stoppages and setting the all-time record for knockouts in UFC flyweight history with five. Horiguchi had dominated the first two rounds, repeatedly landing his signature quick-combination attack, but was caught and finished after briefly pausing mid-exchange in the third. The loss is seen as a significant setback for Horiguchi, who had appeared on course for a title shot.