Everything You Need to Know About UFC on ESPN 74
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The last UFC fight card on ESPN is quickly approaching. UFC on ESPN 74 is set to deliver fireworks on Saturday, December 13 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event features a must-see matchup as Brandon Royval faces off against Manel Kape.
Since this is the final card on ESPN, fans should expect a show. There are differing opinions on how the relationship between the UFC and ESPN did overall. But, the partnership comes to a close at the end of 2025.
As the era ends, it makes sense to go out with a bang, so here’s everything you need to know about the last UFC fight card on ESPN:
How to Watch
- 📅 Date: Saturday, December 13
- 🕑 Start Time:
- Prelims at 6:00 PM ET
- Main Card at 8:00 PM ET
- 📍 Location: UFC Apex — Las Vegas, Nevada
- 📺 How to Watch:
- 👕 Merchandise: UFC Store
UFC on ESPN 74
The card will be updated as more fights are announced. Here’s what’s confirmed so far:
Main Card
- Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape (Flyweight)
- Amanda Lemos vs. Gillian Robertson (Strawweight)
Prelims
- Tereza Bledá vs. Jamey-Lyn Horth (Flyweight)
- César Almeida vs. Cezary Oleksiejczuk (Middleweight)
- Allen Frye vs. Guilherme Pat (Heavyweight)
- Sean Sharaf vs. Steven Asplund (Heavyweight)
- Joanderson Brito vs. Melsik Baghdasaryan (Featherweight)
- Luana Santos vs. Melissa Croden (Bantamweight)
- Giga Chikadze vs. Kevin Vallejos (Featherweight)
- Morgan Charrière vs. Melquizael Costa (Featherweight)
- Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Marcus Buchecha (Heavyweight)
Exciting Prospects on the Card
Cezary Oleksiejczuk and Steven Asplund both earned their spots in the UFC after competing on Season 9 of Dana White’s Contender Series. Guilherme Pat was also expected to appear that season, but was instead signed directly to the roster. Cezary joins his older brother Michał Oleksiejczuk, forming another talented brother duo inside the UFC.
Known for their heavy hands and relentless pressure, the Oleksiejczuks continue to represent just what “Polish Power” is. Cezary has been sharpening his skills with the Fighting Nerds team in Brazil, adding new layers to his already dangerous game.
Asplund’s path to the Octagon is one of perseverance and transformation. After losing a significant amount of weight, he turned his life around and achieved his dream of becoming a professional athlete. Now competing at heavyweight in the UFC, his story has inspired many fans who follow the sport. Despite his humble personality outside the cage, Asplund is brash and explosive when the fight begins.
On the women’s side, Tereza Bledá and Jamey-Lyn Horth were originally scheduled to fight in June, but Bledá was forced to withdraw. The 23-year-old Czech prospect has shown promise since her UFC debut, with her only loss coming against title contender Natália Silva.
The UFC appears eager to continue her development, matching her with the more experienced 35-year-old Horth. A victory here could mark a pivotal moment in Bledá’s young career, while Horth will aim to halt the rising prospect’s momentum.
Main Card Predictions
Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape
This fight will finally take place, and hopefully the third time’s the charm. The two were first scheduled to meet in March, but Royval was forced to withdraw due to injury. Kape went on to defeat a late replacement that night.
Later, they were rebooked for June, only for Kape to pull out with an injury of his own. Royval then lost to Josh Van in what turned out to be a thrilling bout and a breakout performance for Van. Finally, the matchup is set once again. With some bad blood brewing between them, fans can expect an all-out brawl.
Prediction: Brandon Royval via Unanimous Decision
Main Card Quick Picks
- Gillian Robertson via Split Decision
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