What happened: UFC has announced Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi as the main event for UFC Vegas 119 on June 20 in Las Vegas. The flyweight bout was first reported by MMA Junkie. Both fighters are top-10 ranked in the division.
MMA·March 25, 2026 05:02 AM ET
Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi to headline UFC Vegas 119 on June 20
Clash pits streaking contender Kape against Horiguchi's UFC return, with winner boosting flyweight title contention.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Mar 251 min read
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