UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs. Usman – August 8, 2026 UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs. Usman delivered an action-packed evening of world-class mixed martial arts on August 8, 2026, as two former UFC champions collided in a highly anticipated middleweight main event. Held at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City,

The event featured elite fighters, rising contenders, and exciting matchups that kept fans engaged from the opening prelims to the final bell. Dricus du Plessis entered the Octagon looking to reestablish himself as a top middleweight contender, while former welterweight king Kamaru Usman aimed to make a major statement in his move to the 185-pound division. Their clash showcased elite striking, wrestling, and championship-level experience, making it one of the most talked-about UFC Fight Night main events of the year.

The fight card also featured several exciting bouts across multiple weight classes, with established veterans testing themselves against hungry prospects. Fans witnessed explosive knockouts, technical submissions, and competitive decisions throughout the night, highlighting the depth of UFC talent.

Whether you missed the live broadcast or want to relive the biggest moments, UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs. Usman offered everything MMA fans could ask for—high-level competition, dramatic performances, and unforgettable action. The results of this event could have a significant impact on the future middleweight title picture while introducing new contenders ready to climb the UFC rankings.

UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs. Usman (August 8, 2026) – Match Card

Main Card

• Middleweight Main Event: Dricus du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman
• Middleweight Bout: Jared Cannonier vs. Christian Leroy Duncan
• Featherweight Bout: Chase Hooper vs. Mitch Ramirez
• Women’s Strawweight Bout: Tabatha Ricci vs. Fatima Kline
• Light Heavyweight Bout: Tommy McMillen vs. Alberto Montes

Preliminary Card

• Dione Barbosa vs. Anna Melisano (Women’s Flyweight)
• Austin Bashi vs. Jose Miguel Delgado (Featherweight)
• Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani vs. Seokhyeon Ko (Welterweight)
• Levi Rodrigues Jr. vs. Felipe Franco (Lightweight)
• Ezra Elliott vs. Damien Anderson (Middleweight)
• Alden Coria vs. Stewart Nicoll (Heavyweight)
• RJ Harris vs. Alvin Hines (Welterweight)

UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs. Usman (August 8, 2026) – Event Schedule

• Event: UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs. Usman
• Date: Saturday, august 8, 2026
• Venue: Paycom Center
• Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
• Early Prelims: 5:00 PM ET
• Main Card: 8:00 PM ET
• Main Event Walkouts (Approx.): 10:00 PM ET
• Broadcast (U.S.): Paramount+
• Promotion: Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)

International Start Times

• Pakistan (PKT): Sunday, august 8 – Early Prelims 2:00 AM, Main Card 5:00 AM
• United Kingdom (BST): Early Prelims 10:00 PM, Main Card 1:00 AM (August 8)
• India (IST): Sunday, august 8 – Early Prelims 2:30 AM, Main Card 5:30 AM
• Australia (AEST): Sunday, August 8 – Early Prelims 7:00 AM, Main Card 10:00 AM

Event Duration

• Estimated Total Runtime: Approximately 5 hours (including prelims and main card).