Sacramento Fight Night Features Exciting Matchups

The UFC is set to return to Sacramento on August 22, 2026, featuring a middleweight main event between Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues. This marks the organization's first event in the city since July 2019.

Lightweight Gauge Young will take on Stan Dorsainvil, who is stepping in for the injured Kody Steele. Young aims for his third consecutive victory after winning his last two fights, while Dorsainvil enters the Octagon undefeated with a record of 5-0.

Featherweight Mauricio Barbosa faces Ryan Kuse, who replaces Danny Silva. Barbosa looks to extend his winning streak to six after a knockout victory in April. Another matchup features Chris Padilla against veteran Nasrat Haqparast, with Padilla seeking to bounce back after a draw in his last fight. Mederos, who also drew with Padilla, will fight Mason Jones, while Jamall Emmers takes on Lerryan Douglas in another featherweight bout. Heavyweights Anthony Wint and Terrance Chatman will also make their promotional debuts.

The event will take place at the Golden 1 Center, with prelims starting at 5pm ET and the main card at 8pm ET. Fans can stream the event live on Paramount+.