The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) returns to Las Vegas on Saturday night with a high-stakes featherweight showdown, as veteran Josh Emmett meets surging prospect Kevin Vallejos in a five-round main event at the UFC APEX.
Emmett, a former interim title challenger with proven knockout power, looks to reassert himself in the division. Vallejos, nearly two decades younger and riding serious momentum, steps into his biggest spotlight yet with a chance to fast-track himself into the contender conversation.
With a lineup packed with several recognizable names, this card offers plenty for MMA fans and bettors alike. Here’s everything you need to know for Saturday night, including start times, where to watch, and the latest odds available at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook.
UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos Time, Date & Location
- 📅 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
- ⏰ Start Time: 5:00 PM EST for Prelims, 8:00 PM EST for Main Card
- 🏟️ Location: UFC APEX, Las Vegas, Nevada
- 💻 Streaming: Paramount+
UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos Full Card & Odds
Vallejos enters the main event as a sizable favorite after winning each of his last six bouts – three of which were official UFC fights. Emmett, however, remains a dangerous veteran underdog despite dropping four of his last five.
Odds subject to change.
Favorite | Underdog |
|---|---|
| Bia Mesquita (-750) | Montserrat Rendon (+525) |
| Manoel Sousa (-275) | Bolaji Oki (+220) |
| Charles Johnson (-185) | Bruno Silva (+150) |
| Hecher Sosa (-250) | Luan Lacerda (+195) |
| Brad Tavares (-110) | Eryk Anders (-110) |
| Myktybek Orolbai (-325) | Chris Curtis (+240) |
| Piera Rodriguez (-155) | Sam Hughes (+125) |
| Elijah Smith (-240) | SuYoung You (+190) |
| Vitor Petrino (-240) | Steven Asplund (+190) |
| Oumar Sy (-275) | Ion Cutelaba (+220) |
| Jose Delgado (-425) | Andre Fili (+300) |
| Gillian Robertson (-200) | Amanda Lemos (+165) |
| Marwan Rahiki (-275) | Harry Hardwick (+210) |
| Kevin Vallejos (-550) | Josh Emmett (+400) |
UFC Betting Markets Available at Hard Rock Bet
Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook offers more than just the moneyline, with a variety of totals, method-of-victory props, and round-based betting options available for Saturday’s card.
🥊 Total Rounds
Bettors can wager on how long a fight will last with round totals including:
- Over/Under 1.5 Rounds
- Over/Under 2.5 Rounds
- Over/Under 3.5 Rounds
- Over/Under 4.5 Rounds
🏆 Winning Method
For those projecting a specific type of finish, method-of-victory options offer additional flexibility:
- Josh Emmett by Decision
- Josh Emmett by KO/TKO
- Josh Emmett by Submission
- Kevin Vallejos by Decision
- Kevin Vallejos by KO/TKO
- Kevin Vallejos by Submission
Other available outcomes include:
- Any Fighter to Win by KO/TKO or DQ
- Either Fighter to Win by Submission
- Finish Only Winner
- Decision Only Winner
- Fight to Go the Distance (Yes/No)
📊 Round & Fight Props
If you’re targeting a more exact scenario, round-specific markets allow for even greater precision:
- Winning Round (Exact Round Finish)
- Winning Round Grouped
- Alternate Winning Round
- Alternate Winning Round Grouped
- Round 1 Outcome
Whether you’re expecting a highlight-reel stoppage or a tactical five-round contest, Hard Rock Bet offers a wide range of ways to wager on MMA.
Prelims begin at 5:00 PM EST on Paramount+, followed by the main card at 8:00 PM EST.
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