UFC Vegas 103: Kape vs. Almabayev – Full Results and Highlights

UFC Vegas 103: Kape vs. Almabayev took place on March 2, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event featured an exciting flyweight main event between Manel Kape and Asu Almabayev, with Kape originally scheduled to face Brandon Royval, who withdrew due to injury. Despite the last-minute change, fans witnessed a high-level bout between two elite flyweights.

Below is a complete breakdown of the event’s highlights and results.

Manel Kape Secures TKO Victory in the Main Event

Manel Kape continued his impressive run in the UFC with a third-round TKO (retirement) victory over Asu Almabayev. The fight ended at 2:16 in Round 3, marking Kape’s sixth win in his last seven fights.

Kape’s striking was the key difference, as he landed powerful shots throughout the fight. Almabayev struggled to match Kape’s speed and precision, leading his corner to stop the fight before the final bell.

“Kape becomes a serious contender in the flyweight division,” ESPN MMA reported.

With this victory, Kape moves closer to a potential title shot and remains one of the most dangerous strikers in the division.

Cody Brundage Dominates Julian Marquez in Co-Main Event

In the co-main event, Cody Brundage delivered a dominant performance, defeating Julian Marquez via TKO (punches) in Round 1 at 4:45.

Brundage wasted no time, pressuring Marquez early and landing heavy shots that led to a quick finish. This victory showcased his power and placed him as a rising threat in the middleweight division.

According to MMA Junkie, Brundage’s performance “proved he belongs among the division’s top finishers.”

Complete UFC Vegas 103 Results

Main Card

Flyweight: Manel Kape defeated Asu Almabayev via TKO (retirement) – Round 3, 2:16
Middleweight: Cody Brundage defeated Julian Marquez via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 4:45
Lightweight: Nasrat Haqparast defeated Esteban Ribovics via split decision (29–28, 28–29, 29–28) – Round 3, 5:00
Featherweight: Hyder Amil defeated William Gomis via split decision (29–28, 28–29, 29–28) – Round 3, 5:00
Welterweight: Sam Patterson defeated Danny Barlow via KO (punches) – Round 1, 3:10

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight: Mário Pinto defeated Austen Lane via KO (punch) – Round 2, 0:39
Featherweight: Chepe Mariscal defeated Ricardo Ramos via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) – Round 3, 5:00
Catchweight (148 lb): Danny Silva defeated Lucas Almeida via split decision (29–28, 28–29, 29–28) – Round 3, 5:00
Women’s Flyweight: JJ Aldrich defeated Andrea Lee via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 29–28) – Round 3, 5:00
Flyweight: Ramazan Temirov defeated Charles Johnson via unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28) – Round 3, 5:00

What’s Next for the Fighters?

With a dominant performance, Manel Kape has solidified his place as a top contender in the flyweight division. A matchup against a top-five ranked opponent or a potential title eliminator could be next.

For Asu Almabayev, this loss is a setback, but his skill set remains strong. A rebound fight against another ranked flyweight could help him get back on track.

Cody Brundage’s quick victory might earn him a ranked opponent next, while Mário Pinto’s undefeated streak could set him up for a big-name opponent in the heavyweight division.

Final Thoughts

UFC Vegas 103: Kape vs. Almabayev delivered a night full of action, knockouts, and exciting finishes. With standout performances across multiple divisions, several fighters made strong cases for future opportunities in their respective weight classes.

Stay tuned for more MMA updates and fight announcements.

Source: MMAnytt.se

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