UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Horiguchi (UFC Vegas 119)
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Location: Meta APEX, Las Vegas, NV
Broadcast: Paramount+ (Prelims at 5:00 PM ET / Main Card at 8:00 PM ET)
The Main Event: Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi
This is a highly anticipated flyweight rematch with major title implications, bringing together two elite world champions with deep history.
Manel Kape (Ranked Number 2): The 32-year-old former RIZIN bantamweight champion is aiming to secure a definitive UFC title shot. Possessing sharp, explosive striking and relentless dynamic speed, he enters this headliner looking to avenge a past career loss and cement his status as the division’s top contender.
Kyoji Horiguchi (Ranked Number 5): The 35-year-old Japanese legend returns to the UFC cage on a dominant run, holding a spectacular 36-5 record. A former Bellator and multi-time RIZIN champion, his elite karate-blitz style, veteran composure, and previous victory over Kape make him a formidable roadblock in the flyweight ranks.
The Matchup: Kape relies on high-octane counter-punching and devastating power combinations. Horiguchi utilizes incredible footwork, dynamic movement, and a versatile submission arsenal, setting up a complex, high-speed tactical battle.
Full Fight Card
Main Card:
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Flyweight Main Event: Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi
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Light Heavyweight Co-Main Event: Ion Cuțelaba vs. Navajo Stirling
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Featherweight Bout: Hyder Amil vs. Christian Rodriguez
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Flyweight Bout: André Lima vs. Kevin Borjas
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Featherweight Bout: Melsik Baghdasaryan vs. Murtazali Magomedov
Notable Prelims:
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Women’s Bantamweight Bout: Karol Rosa vs. Luana Santos
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Women’s Bantamweight Bout: Beatriz Mesquita vs. Melissa Mullins
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Flyweight Bout: Allan Nascimento vs. Mitch Raposo
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Featherweight Bout: Gastón Bolaños vs. Michael Aswell Jr.
