The official weigh-ins for UFC Vegas 122 have concluded at the META Apex facility in Las Vegas, Nevada, setting the stage for an action-packed night of mixed martial arts competition. Fighters hit the scales ahead of the October 10 fight card, which promises high-stakes matchups across multiple weight classes. The event is anchored by a compelling middleweight showdown between top-tier contender Brendan Allen and the dynamic striker Christian Leroy Duncan, both of whom successfully navigated the scale to make the bout official.
As the Nevada State Athletic Commission oversees the proceedings at the Apex, athletes from around the globe stepped onto the scales to ensure they met the championship and non-championship limits for their respective divisions. With the official weights now locked in, the focus shifts entirely to the Octagon, where elite mixed martial artists will collide in front of a global audience.
Main Card
The main card for UFC Vegas 122 features a robust lineup of established veterans and rising contenders eager to make their mark on the promotion’s rankings. In the main event of the evening, Brendan Allen successfully made championship weight, tipping the scales at 186 pounds. His opponent, the explosive Christian Leroy Duncan, came in slightly lighter at 185 pounds, securing the middleweight headliner without any complications. Allen enters this contest looking to solidify his standing near the top of the middleweight division, while Duncan aims to secure a career-defining victory against a seasoned test.
The co-main events and feature bouts on the main card also saw all participating athletes complete their weight cuts successfully. In the lightweight division, Jai Herbert stepped onto the scale at 155 pounds, preparing for his showdown against Matheus Camilo. The women’s strawweight division will feature a high-intensity clash between Loopy Godínez, who weighed in at 115.5 pounds, and Ketlen Souza, ensuring that both competitors are ready for the opening bell.
Action in the featherweight division brings together veteran presence and gritty resilience as Andre Fili hits the scale at 145.5 pounds to face Kai Kamaka III, who registered at 146 pounds. Rounding out the main card, the bantamweight division showcases Malcolm Wellmaker, weighing in at 136 pounds, as he prepares to square off against Otari Tanzilovi in what promises to be a fast-paced test of speed and technical striking.
Preliminary Card
The preliminary card for UFC Vegas 122 offers an equally compelling slate of bouts designed to test the depth of the promotion’s roster. Opening up the preliminary lineup, the light heavyweight division features a classic clash of styles as veteran submission specialist Gerald Meerschaert prepares to lock horns with Julius Walker. Both men bring years of experience to the cage, adding significant intrigue to the early portion of the fight card.
In the lightweight division, fans will be treated to a technical matchup between Francisco Prado and Ismael Bonfim. Both competitors are known for their aggressive styles and finishing instincts, making this preliminary encounter one to watch for purists of the sport. Moving to the welterweight division, veteran brawler Niko Price steps into the spotlight alongside Leon Shahbazyan, who successfully made weight at 171 pounds. Price’s penchant for chaotic, entertaining fights guarantees that this welterweight pairing will draw considerable attention from the audience.
The light heavyweight division sees further action as Felipe Franco officially weighed in at 205 pounds for his matchup against Brendson Ribeiro. Both athletes possess the one-punch knockout power characteristic of the heavier weight classes, ensuring that judges may not be needed. In the heavyweight division, Allen Frye Jr. registered at 246 pounds, setting up a clash of the titans against RJ Harris. Heavyweight bouts at the Apex always carry the underlying tension of sudden finishes, and this matchup is no exception.
The women’s divisions on the preliminary card are equally well-represented. In the women’s bantamweight division, Alice Pereira and Darya Zheleznyakova both hit the mark at 136 pounds, locking in a competitive bout that could have divisional implications. Finally, the women’s flyweight division features Ernesta Kareckaitė and Melissa Gatto, who both successfully weighed in at 126 pounds, rounding out a comprehensive and deeply talented preliminary fight card.
With the weigh-ins officially in the books and all fighters cleared by athletic commission officials, attention now turns to the META Apex for the official fight night broadcasts. The culmination of training camps, weight-cutting protocols, and media obligations gives way to pure athletic competition as the athletes step inside the Octagon to settle their differences.
