In the headline bout of UFC Mexico City, Lone’er Kavanagh silenced the doubters by defeating former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno in what turned out to be a near-great performance.
In the co-main event, David Martinez had to dig deep within himself to earn a close unanimous decision win over tough bantamweight Marlon Vera.
We bring you all the facts after fight night of an exciting UFC Mexico City card.
Intriguing tidbits after the main card event
Santiago Luna final Angel Pacheco
Santiago Luna
His unanimous decision victory over Pacheco at UFC Mexico City ended his 100% finishing streak. It was the first time any of his fights hit the scorecards since his last bout as an amateur all the way back in 2023. He is now 2-0 in the UFC since making his debut last September.
Angel Pacheco
As a professional he has never stopped. His loss to Luna marked his third loss in a row. Including his preference for the Contender Series, he has been outlanded in all his battles under the UFC banner in terms of significant strikes.
Imanol Rodríguez def. Kevin Borjas
Imanol Rodriguez
He was one of only two undefeated fighters to compete on the main card. His victory over Borjas earned him his first Performance of the Night bonus. He has now won six of his professional bouts by knockout, maintaining his 100% finishing percentage.
Kevin Borjas
His loss to Rodriguez was his second in a row, as well as his second by knockout in the UFC. He is now 1-1 against competitors with the surname Rodriguez in the company, as he previously defeated Ronaldo Rodríguez last year. He is now 1-4 in his last five fights.
Edgar Cháirez def. Felipe Bunes
Edgar Chairz
His win over Bunes marked his first win via the judge’s cards. It was also the first time he had made a split decision. He has now won back-to-back fights. His UFC record now stands at 3-2-1NC.
Felipe Bunez
His loss to Cháirez marked his sixth by decision. He has won just once since joining the UFC in January 2024. He is now 1-3 in his last four games.
King Green final. Daniel Zellhuber
King Green
His win over Zellhuber at UFC Mexico City marked his 12th by knockout. As a professional he has now won 33 times. The combined records of his last four opponents sit at a whopping 56-8.
Daniel Zellhuber
His loss to Green marked his third straight setback. It was also the first time he was hit by strikes. He hasn’t raised his hand after a fight since his victory over Francisco Prado in February 2024. His UFC record now stands at 3-4.
David Martinez def. Marlon Vera
David Martinez
His victory over Vera marked his second straight victory over a ranked bantamweight competitor. As a professional, he has now won by decision four times. He has outmatched every opponent he has experienced in the UFC and the Contender Series, with a remarkable defense rate of 69%.
Marlon Vera
His loss to Martínez marked his fourth straight setback, making it his twelfth by decision. He has had the reach advantage in his last three trips to the Octagon. His UFC record now stands at 15-11.
UFC Mexico City Headline Fight – Lone’er Kavanagh vs. Brandon Moreno
Lonely Kavanagh
His victory over Moreno put him back in the winner’s circle after previously losing to Charles Johnson. It also marked his first victory over a ranked fighter at flyweight. His victory at UFC Mexico earned him his first Performance of the Night bonus. His professional record now stands at 10-1.
Brandon Moreno
His loss to Kavanagh was his second in a row. It was also the first time he has lost in a main event booking since his setback against Brandon Royval at UFC Fight Night 237. In his last three bouts against opponents younger than him, he has lost twice, falling to both Kavanagh and Tatsuro Taira, while boasting a win over Steve Erceg.
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