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FIGHT HIGHLIGHTS: Josh Emmett vs Kevin Vallejos UFC Vegas 114

Wrestling

Year2026

Duration0m

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March 14, 2026 — UFC Vegas 114 made a major impact on the featherweight division as rising contender Kevin Vallejos delivered a highlight‑reel first‑round knockout over veteran Josh Emmett in the main event at the UFC Apex. The 24‑year‑old Argentine prospect displayed incredible speed, timing, and finishing power from the opening moments of the fight. Vallejos quickly put Emmett under pressure and scored an early knockdown before unleashing the finishing sequence that ended the bout at 3:33 of Round 1, forcing the referee to step in and stop the contest. Despite Emmett’s experience and reputation as one of the toughest fighters in the division — including a past interim featherweight title challenge — he struggled to match Vallejos’ explosive striking and sharp counters. Every time Emmett attempted to exchange punches, Vallejos beat him to the target with crisp combinations and superior speed. After managing to recover from the first knockdown, Emmett attempted to push forward and regain momentum. However, Vallejos caught him again moments later and swarmed with punches, securing the first‑round TKO victory in impressive fashion. The win further establishes Vallejos as one of the most dangerous rising prospects in the featherweight division. Now riding a six‑fight winning streak, Vallejos has finished 14 of his 18 professional victories by knockout, showcasing the kind of power that has already drawn comparisons to two‑division UFC champion Ilia Topuria. Even after the dominant performance, Vallejos remained respectful in his post‑fight interview, praising Emmett’s toughness and choosing not to call out a specific opponent. The matchup also featured a notable 17‑year age difference, with Vallejos (24) facing Emmett (41), making it one of the largest age gaps ever seen in a UFC main event. UFC Vegas 114 Results Kevin Vallejos def. Josh Emmett — TKO (punches), Round 1 Gillian Robertson def. Amanda Lemos — unanimous decision (29‑28, 29‑28, 29‑28) Jose Miguel Delgado def. Andre Fili — split decision (29‑28, 28‑29, 29