The UFC closes out 2025 with a stacked Fight Night card headlined by a long-awaited flyweight clash between Brandon Royval and Manel Kape. This event features a mix of established contenders and promising prospects making their Octagon debuts, including the heavyweight showdown between undefeated American knockout artist Allen Frye and Brazilian finisher Guilherme Pat. Below is a comprehensive preview, with a deep dive into the key matchup, event logistics, and wagering insights. All times are in ET.
Event Details
Start Time:
Early Prelims: 4:00 PM (ESPN+)
Prelims: 6:00 PM (ESPN+)
Main Card: 7:00 PM (ESPN2/ESPN+)
Venue: UFC APEX, 6650 S Torrey Pines Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89118 (a 1,300-seat intimate arena optimized for broadcast production, located just off the Las Vegas Strip near the Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa)
Broadcast: ESPN2, ESPN+, UFC Fight Pass (PPV not required)
Injury Report
As of December 9, 2025, no injuries have been reported for the main card, including the Frye vs. Pat bout. The card has seen some turbulence earlier in the year—the main event was postponed twice due to Royval’s concussions (March 2025) and Kape’s foot fracture requiring surgery (June 2025). A prelim fighter, Caio Borralho, withdrew last week due to a minor knee strain but was quickly replaced.
Sedriques Dumas, fighting on the main card, was arrested on December 8 for felony battery in Florida (unrelated to training; he was released on bond and confirmed available). Overall, the card is at 100% health—monitor UFC’s social channels for last-minute updates.
Fighter Matchups:
Allen Frye vs. Guilherme Pat (Heavyweight, 3 Rounds)
This debut clash pits two untested but explosive heavyweights against each other in a “prospect vs. prospect” battle that could steal the show. Both enter undefeated with finishing pedigrees, but Frye’s volume of recent knockouts gives him momentum, while Pat’s experience in longer fights adds intrigue.
Allen “AJ” Frye (6-0-0, Wilmington, NC, USA; Age: 27; Height: 6’4″; Reach: 80″; Stance: Orthodox)
Frye is a pure knockout machine, with 100% of his wins coming via strikes. He’s a regional standout from the Southeast U.S. circuit, known for his explosive power and aggressive pressure. Training at a small gym in North Carolina, Frye relies on raw athleticism over polish—expect him to swarm early with hooks and uppercuts.
Guilherme “Kong” Pat (5-0-0, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Age: 31; Height: 6’3″; Reach: 78″; Stance: Orthodox)
Nicknamed “Kong” for his gorilla-like build and mauling style, Pat is a Brazilian heavyweight with a background in Brazilian Top Team affiliates. He mixes heavy hands with basic wrestling, finishing 80% of fights inside the distance. Pat’s cardio has been tested in decisions, making him durable but sometimes slow to start.
Key Styles Clash: Frye’s blitzing offense (avg. 4.5 significant strikes landed per minute in regionals) vs. Pat’s counter-punching and clinch work. Heavyweights mean one big shot could end it—prediction: 70% chance of KO/TKO under 2:30 in Round 1.
Recent Form
Both fighters are on hot streaks, but Frye’s activity edge (4 fights in 2025) contrasts Pat’s more spaced-out schedule.
| Fighter | Last 5 Fights | Form Notes |
| Allen Frye | W-TKO1 (Frazier, Sep 2025) W-TKO1 (Shough, Jun 2025) W-TKO1 (Beck, Jan 2025) W-TKO2 (Gordon, Jul 2024) W-TKO3 (Ciuclea, Feb 2023) | 6-fight KO streak; all finishes under 3:30 except one. Elite power (6 KOs in 6 pro fights), but untested vs. grapplers. Camp focused on Octagon acclimation. |
| Guilherme Pat | W-UD3 (Moreira de Oliveira, Aug 2023) W-TKO2 (Andrade de Oliveira, Apr 2023) W-TKO1 (Silva, 2022) W-TKO1 (Santos, 2022) W-TKO1 (Ferreira, 2021) | 5-fight win streak; 4 KOs, 1 decision. Strong 2024 regional run, but longest layoff (15 months). Emphasizing takedown defense in camp. |
Fight History
Allen Frye (Pro Debut: 2023): All regional U.S. events (Real Deal Championships, Ultimate Battle Grounds, Made Men Promotions). No UFC/amateur experience. Total fight time: ~12 minutes across 6 bouts. Strengths: Striking accuracy (62%), takedown defense (85% in limited attempts). Weaknesses: Grappling offense (0 subs attempted).
Guilherme Pat (Pro Debut: 2021): Brazilian circuit (Jungle Fight, regional events). No UFC experience. Total fight time: ~18 minutes across 5 bouts. Strengths: Striking power (80% KO rate), durability (absorbs 3.2 strikes/min). Weaknesses: Slower starts (2/5 wins in R1), limited reach disadvantage.
FIGHT ODDS
Guilherme Pat – 175
Allen Frye + 150
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, December 12, 2025
