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UFC Fight Card For March 2025 |
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, NV
Broadcast: ESPN+
March kicks off with UFC Vegas 103, featuring a high-stakes flyweight main event between Manel Kape and Asu Almabayev. Originally set to face Brandon Royval, Kape (20-7, 12 KOs, 5 Submissions) now faces Almabayev (21-2, 3 KOs, 9 Submissions), who is climbing the rankings fast. Both fighters are looking to make a statement in the highly competitive 125-pound division.
Kape, a former Rizin Bantamweight Champion, has turned his UFC career around after a rocky start. Since 2022, he has gone on an impressive 5-1 run, his only loss coming at the hands of Muhammad Mokaev. His most recent win was a TKO victory over Bruno Silva in December 2024. Almabayev, on the other hand, has risen quickly in the rankings, securing four consecutive UFC wins since joining the promotion in 2023. His last victory came via decision over Matheus Nicolau in October 2024.
This fight will play a crucial role in determining the next contender for the flyweight championship. Kape's aggressive striking style will be tested against Almabayev’s well-rounded game, making this an intriguing bout for fans of fast-paced action.
Read more: UFC Vegas 103: Kape vs. Almabayev – A Comprehensive Overview
Flyweight Bout: Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev
Middleweight Bout: Cody Brundage vs. Julian Marquez
Lightweight Bout: Nasrat Haqparast vs. Esteban Ribovics
Featherweight Bout: Hyder Amil vs. William Gomis
Welterweight Bout: Danny Barlow vs. Sam Patterson
Heavyweight Bout: Austen Lane vs. Mário Pinto
Featherweight Bout: Ricardo Ramos vs. Chepe Mariscal
Featherweight Bout: Danny Silva vs. Lucas Almeida
Women’s Flyweight Bout: Andrea Lee vs. JJ Aldrich
Flyweight Bout: Charles Johnson vs. Ramazan Temirov
Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV
Broadcast: ESPN+ PPV
The highlight event of the month, UFC 313, features a Light Heavyweight Championship bout between reigning champion Alex Pereira (12-2) and top contender Magomed Ankalaev (19-1-1). Pereira, known for his devastating power, is on a mission to secure his fourth title defense. Meanwhile, Ankalaev, undefeated in his last 13 fights, is determined to finally claim UFC gold.
Pereira has had a meteoric rise in the UFC, transitioning from middleweight to light heavyweight and capturing the title in spectacular fashion. His first title defense was a knockout victory over Jamahal Hill, followed by a dominant performance against Jiri Procházka. Ankalaev, a feared striker and grappler, has been vocal about his frustrations at being overlooked for a title shot. After a controversial split draw against Jan Blachowicz in 2022, Ankalaev rebounded with dominant wins, most recently a decision victory over Aleksandar Rakic at UFC 308.
This fight will be a true clash of styles—Pereira's striking vs. Ankalaev's wrestling-heavy approach. The outcome will likely define the future of the light heavyweight division.
Light Heavyweight Title Bout: Alex Pereira (C) vs. Magomed Ankalaev
Lightweight Bout: Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev
Lightweight Bout: Jalin Turner vs. Ignacio Bahamondes
Women’s Strawweight Bout: Amanda Lemos vs. Iasmin Lucindo
Featherweight Bout: King Green vs. Maurício Ruffy
Heavyweight Bout: Curtis Blaydes vs. Rizvan Kuniev
Flyweight Bout: Joshua Van vs. Rei Tsuruya
Middleweight Bout: Brunno Ferreira vs. Armen Petrosyan
Welterweight Bout: Alex Morono vs. Carlos Leal
Featherweight Bout: Mairon Santos vs. Francis Marshall
Middleweight Bout: Djorden Santos vs. Ozzy Diaz
Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, NV
Broadcast: ESPN+
A rematch between Marvin Vettori and Roman Dolidze headlines UFC Vegas 104. Their first bout in March 2023 ended in a unanimous decision win for Vettori. This time, Dolidze looks to even the score in a fight that could determine the next middleweight title contender.
Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
Location: O2 Arena, London, England
Broadcast: ESPN+
Former UFC Welterweight Champion Leon Edwards makes his long-awaited return to face Sean Brady in a crucial welterweight matchup. Edwards is looking to make his case for another title shot, while Brady aims to break into the top five of the division.
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Location: Arena CDMX, Mexico City
Broadcast: ESPN2
Closing out the month, former UFC Flyweight Champion Brandon Moreno faces rising contender Steve Erceg in a pivotal fight. Moreno is looking to reclaim his title, while Erceg seeks to establish himself as a future champion.
This bout is significant not just for Moreno’s comeback, but also for the UFC’s return to Mexico City, where passionate fans will provide an electric atmosphere.
All fight cards are subject to change. Stay tuned for more updates on UFC's March 2025 schedule.
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