Kavanagh Shocks Moreno in Mexico City Upset

Lone'er Kavanagh delivered a stunning upset victory over #6-ranked Brandon Moreno at UFC Mexico City on February 28, 2026, earning a unanimous decision in a high-level flyweight clash. The 26-year-old English striker's dominant performance has catapulted him into title contention at 125 pounds, with the victory marking his return to the win column following a previous knockout loss. Kavanagh's explosive striking display drew praise from fellow flyweight contenders, including Manel Kape, who had predicted the upset beforehand. The rising star is now expected to slot around #6 in the updated rankings, with potential next opponents including #5 Kyoji Horiguchi, #4 Brandon Royval, and #2 Manel Kape. This victory positions Kavanagh as one of the most exciting prospects in the flyweight division.