Israel Adesanya, one of the biggest names in recent UFC history, is set to return to competition at a UFC Fight Night event scheduled for March 28, 2026, in Seattle, Washington, facing Joe Pyfer in a middleweight bout. The Last Stylebender has been sidelined since suffering a TKO defeat to Nassourdine Imavov in Saudi Arabia in February 2025, following a string of title fight defeats in previous years. Adesanya's return marks a significant moment for the middleweight division, as the former champion looks to get back to winning ways and rebuild his position in the rankings. The fight will be broadcast on Paramount+ with prelims at 6 PM ET and the main card at 9 PM ET. This comeback fight is one of several high-profile bouts scheduled across multiple Fight Night events in March and April.
Saturday, February 28, 2026
