UFC Vegas 92 took place on Saturday, May 18 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, featuring several exciting matchups. Lerone Murphy scored a hard-fought decision win over Edson Barboza in the main event, while Khaos Williams delivered a stunning knockout victory over Carlston Harris in the co-main event. Both fighters put on impressive performances that earned them a piece of the spotlight in the MMA world.
Murphy, who was previously unranked, now looks poised to break into the top 15 featherweight rankings after his victory over the No. 12 ranked Barboza. The English fighter showcased a well-rounded game, mixing striking and wrestling effectively throughout the fight. Williams, on the other hand, displayed improved technique in setting up his knockout win, suggesting that he is a fighter to watch in the welterweight division.
The UFC Vegas 92 fight card, which streamed on ESPN+, also featured notable wins from Adrian Yanez, Angela Hill, Tom Nolan, Oumar Sy, Melissa Gatto, Abus Magomedov, Alatengheili, and Vanessa Demopoulos. Yanez ended a two-fight losing streak with a first-round TKO win, while Hill earned her first submission victory in her 30th MMA fight. Meanwhile, Nolan, Sy, Gatto, Magomedov, Alatengheili, and Demopoulos all secured impressive wins in their respective matchups.
Despite the victories, there were also several notable losers at UFC Vegas 92. Edson Barboza, Carlston Harris, Vinicius Salvador, Luana Pinheiro, Victor Martinez, Tuco Tokkos, Tamires Vidal, Warlley Alves, Piera Rodriguez, Kleydson Rodrigues, and Emily Ducote all suffered defeats on the fight card. Each fighter faced different challenges in their bouts, with some struggling with their opponents’ styles or making costly mistakes that led to their losses.
The fight card also saw some dramatic moments, including a disqualification loss for Piera Rodriguez after a controversial headbutt, as well as split decision victories for Vanessa Demopoulos and Themba Gorimbo. Overall, UFC Vegas 92 delivered a mix of exciting finishes, dominant performances, and surprising upsets, showcasing the depth of talent in the promotion. With several fighters making their mark and others facing setbacks, the event provided plenty of intrigue and excitement for MMA fans.
