UFC Vegas 104 took place on March 15, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, featuring a strategic middleweight rematch between Roman Dolidze and Marvin Vettori. This fight provided Dolidze with an opportunity to adjust his approach and secure a decisive victory after his previous loss to Vettori at UFC 286 in 2023.
Event Overview
UFC Vegas 104 delivered a series of high-level matchups across multiple weight classes. The main card featured:
- Co-Main Event: Chidi Njokuani vs. Elizeu Zaleski
- Lightweight Bout: Alexander Hernandez vs. Kurt Holobaugh
- Bantamweight Clash: Da’Mon Blackshear vs. Cody Gibson
- Light Heavyweight Contest: Diyar Nurgozhay vs. Brendson Ribeiro
Main Event Results
Roman Dolidze defeated Marvin Vettori via unanimous decision.
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Co-Main Event: Njokuani vs. Zaleski
Chidi Njokuani secured a second-round TKO victory over Elizeu Zaleski in a highly competitive welterweight clash. The first round saw both fighters testing each other’s range, with Zaleski utilizing movement and low kicks while Njokuani worked behind his jab.
In the second round, Njokuani capitalized on an opening, landing a well-timed knee during a clinch exchange, which dropped Zaleski. Njokuani immediately followed up with ground strikes, forcing the referee to step in at 2:19 of Round 2. This victory marks an important step forward for Njokuani in the welterweight division, putting him in position for a higher-ranked opponent in his next fight.
Other Main Card Results
- Alexander Hernandez defeated Kurt Holobaugh via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28).
- Da’Mon Blackshear submitted Cody Gibson with a kimura in Round 2 (4:09).
- Brendson Ribeiro submitted Diyar Nurgozhay with a kimura in Round 2 (1:28).
Preliminary Card Highlights
- Waldo Cortes-Acosta won via TKO over Ryan Spann with hammerfists in Round 2 (4:48).
- Carlos Vera submitted Josias Musasa with a rear-naked choke in Round 1 (3:16).
Overall Event Analysis
UFC Vegas 104 highlighted Roman Dolidze’s evolution as a middleweight contender, showcasing his ability to neutralize Vettori’s pressure with precise striking and improved defensive grappling. Chidi Njokuani’s impressive finish in the co-main event further solidified his position as a rising welterweight, demonstrating his ability to finish fights with well-placed strikes.
The event also featured strong performances from fighters like Carlos Vera and Brendson Ribeiro, emphasizing the depth of talent in the UFC
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