LAS VEGAS — March 2026: The world of mixed martial arts delivered another dramatic night inside the Octagon as the Ultimate Fighting Championship staged UFC 326 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The event was headlined by a long-awaited rematch between former champions Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira, two of the sport’s most respected veterans.
The fight card attracted global attention as Holloway defended the symbolic “BMF” (Baddest Motherf*er) title**, with fans eager to see whether Oliveira could avenge their first meeting over a decade earlier.
Main Event: Holloway vs. Oliveira 2
The headline bout represented an important chapter in both fighters’ careers. Holloway and Oliveira previously fought in 2015 when Holloway won after Oliveira suffered a neck injury in the opening round. Eleven years later, the rematch served as a chance to settle unfinished business between two of the UFC’s most experienced lightweight stars.
Both fighters entered the contest seeking momentum toward another shot at the lightweight championship. Analysts described the matchup as a clash between two “fan-favorite warriors” known for aggressive striking and submission skills.
Co-Main Event and Featured Fights
Beyond the main event, UFC 326 showcased several high-profile bouts across multiple divisions:
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Caio Borralho vs. Reinier de Ridder — a middleweight clash between top contenders.
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Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Rob Font — a generational matchup featuring the young bantamweight prospect Rosas against veteran Font.
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Michael Johnson vs. Drew Dober — an action-packed lightweight bout.
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Gregory Rodrigues vs. Brunno Ferreira — another middleweight showdown.
The preliminary card also produced memorable moments, including Cody Garbrandt’s unanimous-decision victory over Xiao Long and an upset first-round TKO by Rodolfo Bellato against Luke Fernandez, which quickly became one of the night’s highlights.
A Busy Year for the UFC
The Las Vegas event comes during an active 2026 schedule for the promotion. Earlier in the year, major events included UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Kavanagh in Mexico City and other fight nights across North America and beyond.
The organization has several upcoming events scheduled for March, including:
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UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy in London on March 21.
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UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer in Seattle on March 28.
These events highlight the UFC’s continuing expansion into international markets while showcasing both rising prospects and established champions.
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