Venue and Event Details
The Meta APEX (formerly UFC Apex) is UFC’s intimate, state-of-the-art 1,200-seat facility in Enterprise, Nevada (Las Vegas Valley). It features a regulation Octagon optimized for broadcast and close-quarters action. As a standard Fight Night, the event is invitation/broadcast-focused with no public ticket sales.

Fight Card Format: 13 bouts (5 main card on Paramount+, 8 prelims). All non-main events are three rounds.

Start Times (all ET): Prelims begin at 5:00 p.m.; Main Card at 8:00 p.m. Live on Paramount+ (U.S.).

Weight Class: This bout is a Lightweight (155 lbs) prelim (fight 1 of 13 on the preliminary card).

Injury Report and Card Notes
This matchup was added on extremely short notice (just five days for Kamaka), serving as a late addition to fill out the card. No injuries or withdrawals have been reported; both fighters successfully made weight (Kamaka and Hope at 155.0 lbs). The lineup remains stable with all athletes medically cleared. Kamaka had been training consistently outside the UFC and stepped in without issue.

Key Fighter Matchups and Full Card Highlights
The card mixes veterans and prospects. Standouts include the main event (Moicano vs. Duncan) and co-main (Jandiroba vs. Ricci). Spotlight prelim opener:

Lightweight Prelim: Kai “The Fighting Hawaiian” Kamaka III (17-7-1, USA) vs. Dakota “Huracán” Hope (11-1-0, USA).

Kamaka III (5’7″, 69″ reach, Orthodox, age 31): UFC veteran returning after a 2020–21 stint (1-2-1 record) and strong performances in Bellator and PFL. Known for durability, striking creativity, and highlight-reel finishes.

Hope (5’6″, 68″ reach, age 29): UFC debutant and rising regional prospect on a five-fight win streak, including multiple first-round knockouts. Power puncher with well-rounded skills and finishing ability (5 KOs).
A classic veteran-vs-prospect lightweight scrap on short notice, pitting Kamaka’s Octagon experience against Hope’s momentum and early danger.

Recent Fighter Forms and Fight History (Focus on Key Bouts)

Kai Kamaka III: Strong run outside the UFC post-release (6-1 in Bellator, 2-1 in PFL with a playoff appearance before a loss to Brendan Loughnane). Recent form shows wins via KO and decisions; last UFC appearance was years ago. Strengths: Experience, durability, and technical striking, but short-notice return adds rust concerns.

Dakota Hope: 5 straight wins on the regional scene (LFA, Fury FC, Peak Fighting), most recently a brutal first-round TKO. Pre-UFC: Peak Fighting Featherweight champion with a high finish rate. Strengths: Power, early pressure, and well-rounded game; question marks on UFC-level opposition.

Fight History: First meeting—no prior bouts. Kamaka gets a second UFC chance on short notice; Hope makes his promotional debut in a high-stakes spot.

FIGHT ODDS

Kai Kamaka III                   – 160

Dakota Hope                     + 130

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 3, 2026

Venue and Event Details
The Meta APEX (formerly UFC Apex) is UFC’s intimate, state-of-the-art 1,200-seat facility in Enterprise, Nevada (Las Vegas Valley). It features a regulation Octagon optimized for broadcast and close-quarters action. As a standard Fight Night, the event is invitation/broadcast-focused with no public ticket sales.

Fight Card Format: 13 bouts (5 main card on Paramount+, 8 prelims). All non-main events are three rounds.

Start Times (all ET): Prelims begin at 5:00 p.m.; Main Card at 8:00 p.m. Live on Paramount+ (U.S.).

Weight Class: This bout is Middleweight (185 lbs) on the prelims (approximately fight 7 of 13).

Injury Report and Card Notes
No injuries or withdrawals have been reported for this middleweight prelim or the broader card. Both Bekoev and Gore made weight without issue. The lineup remains fully intact with all athletes medically cleared.

Key Fighter Matchups and Full Card Highlights
The card mixes veterans and prospects. Standouts include the main event (Moicano vs. Duncan) and co-main (Jandiroba vs. Ricci). Spotlight prelim:

Middleweight Prelim: Azamat “Iron” Bekoev (20-4-0, Kyrgyzstan/USA) vs. Tresean “Mr. Vicious” Gore (5-4-0, USA).

Bekoev (6’0″, 75″ reach, Orthodox, age 31): Explosive power puncher and finisher (multiple first-round KOs in UFC). UFC record includes highlight-reel stoppages over Ryan Loder and Zachary Reese.

Gore (6’0″, reach ~76″, Orthodox): Power striker with grappling (recent sub win outside UFC but 0-3 or worse skid inside the Octagon). Known for early aggression but poor defensive metrics.
This is a classic power-vs-power middleweight scrap with identical height but a significant experience and athleticism gap favoring Bekoev.

Recent Fighter Forms and Fight History (Focus on Key Bouts)

Azamat Bekoev: 1-1 in his last two UFC bouts. Most recent: TKO loss (punches) to Yousri Belgaroui (R3, 0:55, Oct. 18, 2025). Prior: Dominant 1st-round TKO wins over Ryan Loder (May 2025) and Zachary Reese (Jan. 2025). Pre-UFC: LFA title contender with finishing power. Strengths: Striking output, knockout power, and pace.

Tresean Gore: Struggling 1-3 in recent UFC appearances. Most recent: Unanimous decision loss to Rodolfo Vieira (Aug. 2025); TKO loss to Marco Tulio (Apr. 2025); sub win over Antonio Trocoli (Nov. 2024). Gore absorbs high volume (7+ significant strikes per minute) and blocks only ~40% of strikes. Strengths: Early pressure and power, but durability and defense have been major issues.

Fight History: First meeting—no prior bouts. Bekoev enters on a mission to rebound from his first UFC loss; Gore is fighting to stay relevant on the roster.

FIGHT ODDS

Azamat Bekoev                 – 575

Tresean Gore                     + 450

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 3, 2026

Venue and Event Details
The Meta APEX is UFC’s intimate, state-of-the-art 1,200-seat facility in Enterprise, Nevada (Las Vegas Valley). It features a regulation Octagon optimized for broadcast and close-quarters action. As a standard Fight Night, the event is invitation/broadcast-focused with no public ticket sales.

Fight Card Format: 13 bouts (5 main card on Paramount+, 8 prelims). All non-main events are three rounds.

Start Times (all ET): Prelims begin at 5:00 p.m.; Main Card at 8:00 p.m. Live on Paramount+ (U.S.).

Weight Class: This bout is Lightweight (155 lbs) on the prelims (approximately fight 5 of 13).

Injury Report and Card Notes
No major injuries or withdrawals reported for the full card, including this lightweight prelim. Lando Vannata has been open about dealing with prior “medical stuff” and life issues during his nearly three-year layoff (booked fights in 2023–2024 fell through), but he is fully cleared, recharged, and back in full training. Both fighters made weight successfully (Vannata and Flowers at 156.0 lbs). The lineup remains stable with all athletes medically cleared.

Key Fighter Matchups and Full Card Highlights
The card mixes veterans and prospects. Standouts include the main event (Moicano vs. Duncan) and co-main (Jandiroba vs. Ricci). Spotlight prelim:

Lightweight Prelim: Lando “Groovy” Vannata (12-7-2, USA) vs. Darrius “Beast Mode” Flowers (12-8-1, USA).

Vannata (5’9″, 71″ reach, Orthodox, age 34): UFC veteran known for highlight-reel finishes (wheel kick KO over Makdessi) and durable, flashy style. UFC record 4-7-2 with notable wins over Yancy Medeiros and Mike Grundy.

Flowers (5’9″, 71″ reach, age 31): Power puncher and finisher making his fourth UFC appearance. 0-3 inside the Octagon so far but dangerous early with KO power (8 career KOs).

Identical height/reach sets up a classic stand-up battle with grappling threats—Vannata’s experience vs. Flowers’ size/pressure edge at 155 lbs.

Recent Fighter Forms and Fight History (Focus on Key Bouts)

Lando Vannata: 2-3 in last five UFC bouts. Most recent: unanimous decision loss to Daniel Zellhuber (April 15, 2023). Prior: sub loss to Charles Jourdain (April 2022), split-decision win over Mike Grundy (May 2021). Long layoff (nearly 3 years) raises ring-rust questions, but he’s only 34 and has trained consistently. Strengths: Striking creativity, durability, and Octagon experience.

Darrius Flowers: 0-3 in UFC (three-fight losing streak). Most recent: arm-triangle sub loss to Evan Elder (July 13, 2024); unanimous decision loss to Michael Johnson (Feb. 2024); rear-naked choke sub loss to Jake Matthews (July 2023). Pre-UFC: strong regional finisher via DWCS. Strengths: Early pressure, KO power, but struggles with elite pace and submissions.

Fight History: First meeting—no prior bouts. Both fighters are coming off extended inactivity and recent setbacks, making this a high-stakes “prove-it” scrap for roster spots.

FIGHT ODDS

Lando Vannata                  – 235

Darrius Flowers                + 195

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 3, 2026

Venue and Event Details
The Meta APEX (formerly UFC Apex) is UFC’s state-of-the-art, intimate 1,200-seat facility in Enterprise, Nevada (part of the Las Vegas Valley). It features a regulation octagon, elite broadcast setup, and fan-friendly viewing angles. As a standard UFC Fight Night, expect a high-energy atmosphere with no public ticket sales (invitation-only or broadcast-focused).

Fight Card Format: 13 bouts total (5 main card, 8 prelims). All fights are three rounds except the main event (five rounds).

Start Times (all ET): Prelims begin at 5:00 p.m.; Main Card at 8:00 p.m. Live on Paramount+ (U.S.). International broadcast varies by region.

Weight Classes: Heavyweight, lightweight, women’s strawweight, light heavyweight, bantamweight, featherweight, and more across the card—this specific bout is a flyweight (125 lbs) prelim.

Injury Report and Card Notes
No major injuries or last-minute withdrawals have been reported for the current fight card, including this flyweight bout. Both Costa and Nicoll successfully made weight (Costa at 125.5 lbs). Minor fight-week additions occurred elsewhere on the card, but the lineup remains stable. All fighters are medically cleared and expected to compete at full strength.

Key Fighter Matchups and Full Card Highlights
The card blends veteran experience with rising prospects across multiple divisions. Standout bouts include the main event (Moicano vs. Duncan) and co-main (Jandiroba vs. Ricci). For the prelims spotlight:

Flyweight (125 lbs) Prelim: Alessandro “Nono” Costa (14-5-0, Brazil) vs. Stewart “Kakamora” Nicoll (8-2-0, Australia).

Costa (5’4″, 67″ reach, Orthodox): Experienced UFC flyweight with power and grappling (5 KOs, 6 subs).

UFC debut via Dana White’s Contender Series; flashes of elite upside but inconsistent results (2-3 or 3-3 in the promotion).

Nicoll (5’5″, ~65.5″ reach): Australian prospect making his third UFC appearance. Strong regional finisher (4 KOs, 3 subs) but 0-2 inside the Octagon so far.

This matchup pits Costa’s Octagon experience and striking volume against Nicoll’s wrestling/grappling background in a classic flyweight scrap full of speed and technique.

Recent Fighter Forms and Fight History (Focus on Key Bouts)

Alessandro Costa: Recent form is 2-3 in his last five UFC bouts—most recently a TKO loss to Alden Coria (Round 3, 0:47) in September 2025 after a highlight-reel KO win over Kevin Borjas (Round 2, May 2024). Earlier losses to top competition (Amir Albazi, Steve Erceg) show he can hang with elites but has struggled with consistency. Strengths: Leg kicks, power, and submission threat off his back.

Stewart Nicoll: 0-2 in the UFC with losses to Lucas Rocha (unanimous decision, October 2025) and Jesus Aguilar (guillotine sub, Round 1, UFC 305 in August 2024). Pre-UFC he was a finishing machine on the regional scene. Strengths: Wrestling and early pressure, but durability and pace have been questioned against UFC-level opposition.

Fight History: First meeting between the two. No prior history; Costa enters as the more battle-tested veteran in a bounce-back spot for both.

FIGHT ODDS

Alessandro Costa             – 425

Stewart Nicoll                   + 320

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 3, 2026

Venue and Event Details
The Meta APEX (formerly UFC Apex) is UFC’s state-of-the-art, intimate 1,200-seat facility in Enterprise, Nevada (part of the Las Vegas Valley). It features a regulation octagon, elite broadcast setup, and fan-friendly viewing angles. As a standard UFC Fight Night, expect a high-energy atmosphere with no public ticket sales (invitation-only or broadcast-focused).

Fight Card Format: 13 bouts total (5 main card, 8 prelims). All fights are three rounds except the main event (five rounds).

Start Times (all ET): Prelims begin at 5:00 p.m.; Main Card at 8:00 p.m. Live on Paramount+ (U.S.). International broadcast varies by region.

Weight Classes: Heavyweight, lightweight, women’s strawweight, light heavyweight, bantamweight, featherweight, and more across the card.

Injury Report and Card Notes
No major injuries or last-minute withdrawals have been reported for the current fight card. Minor fight-week additions occurred (e.g., Kai Kamaka III vs. Dakota Hope on short notice in the prelims), but the lineup remains stable. One earlier scheduled bout (Jun Yong Park vs. Edmen Shahbazyan) was removed from this event due to injury, but it does not affect the remaining matchups. All fighters are medically cleared and expected to compete at full strength.

Key Fighter Matchups

Featherweight Prelim Spotlight – Heavyweight (the requested matchup):

Guilherme “Kong” Pat (6-0, 1-0 UFC) vs. Thomas “The Train” Petersen (10-4, 2-3 UFC).

Pat (6’5″, Brazil): Undefeated southpaw with significant reach advantage (81″ reach), elite athleticism, and knockout power (4 KOs). UFC debut: Unanimous decision win over Allen Frye Jr. in Dec. 2025. Recent form: 5 straight wins, including a dominant LFA TKO. Strengths: Size, power, distance management.

Petersen (6’1″, USA): Veteran power puncher with UFC experience. Recent form: 2-3 in last five (losses include KO/TKO to Vitor Petrino and others; wins over Don’Tale Mayes by decision). Record shows finishing ability (7 KOs) but vulnerability to elite size/athleticism. Strengths: Experience, boxing, durability in scrambles.

This heavyweight prelim is expected to be a striking battle with Pat’s height/reach potentially neutralizing Petersen’s pressure.

Recent Fighter Forms and Fight History (Focus on Key Bouts)

Moicano: Strong grappling base (20+ takedowns in UFC career, 6 subs); recent form mixed (losses to top competition but competitive).

Duncan: Four-fight win streak with finishes; aggressive style suits the Apex.

Pat vs. Petersen: First meeting (no prior history). Pat is 6-0 with momentum; Petersen is 10-4 but has shown chin issues in recent KOs. Heavyweight bouts at Apex often favor the bigger, more athletic fighter early.

FIGHT ODDS

Guilherme Pat                  – 105

Thomas Petersen             – 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 3, 2026