UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Hill Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Hill
United States
Main Card • Final
R1, 2:55
Performance of the Night
Brazil
R1, 4:59
Performance of the Night
R3, 5:00
France
R2, 1:58
R3, 5:00
Ghana
Prelims • Final
Uganda
R1, 4:24
Performance of the Night
Mexico
Switzerland
R1, 3:44
Performance of the Night
Australia
R2, 2:01
Philippines
R3, 5:00
Romania
Canada
R3, 3:33
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
Official Event Results
$50k POTN
$50k POTN
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: No bonus awarded.
Performance of the Night: Jamahal Hill received $50,000 for his viral first-round one-punch knockout of Johnny Walker. Kyle Daukaus collected $50,000 for a buzzer-beating first-round D’Arce choke submission over Jamie Pickett. David Onama earned $50,000 for a devastating first-round knockout over Gabriel Benítez, and Stephanie Egger captured $50,000 for a slick first-round armbar submission against Jessica-Rose Clark.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $55,000 | $55,000 | $50,000 | $160,000 | |
| LOSS | $70,000 | — | — | $70,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | $50,000 | $98,000 | |
| LOSS | $24,000 | — | — | $24,000 | |
| WIN | $30,000 | $30,000 | — | $60,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $14,000 | |
| WIN | $125,000 | $125,000 | — | $250,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 | |
| WIN | $26,000 | $26,000 | — | $52,000 | |
| LOSS | $34,000 | — | — | $34,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | $50,000 | $86,400* | |
| LOSS | $28,000 | — | — | $19,600* | |
| WIN | $16,000 | $16,000 | $50,000 | $82,000 | |
| LOSS | $28,000 | — | — | $28,000 | |
| WIN | $40,000 | $40,000 | — | $80,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | — | $28,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000 | — | — | $16,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 | |
| WIN | $20,000 | $20,000 | — | $40,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | — | $48,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 |
*Disclosed figures represent estimated athlete earnings compiled from Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) baseline contract parameters, historical payouts, and post-fight bonuses. Gabriel Benítez weighed in at 148 pounds (2 pounds over the featherweight non-title limit) and forfeited 30% of his purse ($8,400) to David Onama. Official performance bonuses of $50,000 each awarded to Jamahal Hill, Kyle Daukaus, David Onama, and Stephanie Egger are included in the estimated totals.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Hill
Jim Miller scored a second-round TKO over Nikolas Motta to earn his 23rd career UFC victory, tying Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone for the most wins in promotional history.
Jamahal Hill secured his first UFC main-event victory with a devastating overhand right knockout over Johnny Walker in just 2 minutes and 55 seconds.
Kyle Daukaus locked up a D’Arce choke submission with just one second remaining in the opening round (4:59 of Round 1), tied for the second-latest first-round submission in modern UFC history.
Veteran featherweight Chas Skelly concluded his professional career on a high note, stopping Mark Striegl via knee and punches at 2:01 of Round 2 before announcing his retirement.
David Onama became the first fighter representing Uganda to earn a UFC victory, finishing Gabriel Benítez with a blistering standing punch barrage in round 1.
Switzerland’s Stephanie Egger notched her second consecutive first-round UFC finish by submitting Jessica-Rose Clark with a textbook armbar at 3:44 of Round 1.
Jonathan Pearce amassed 11 minutes and 17 seconds of control time and 6 takedowns against Christian Rodriguez, controlling over 75% of the fifteen-minute matchup.
Contender Series graduate Chad Anheliger scored two knockdowns in the third round to stage a come-from-behind TKO victory over Jesse Strader in his promotional debut.
Mario Bautista landed four takedowns and racked up 6:30 of control time while outlanding Jay Perrin 72 to 42 in significant strikes to earn a 30-26 shutout decision.
Parker Porter and Alan Baudot combined for 98 significant strikes across three competitive rounds, highlighting an active heavyweight battle at the Apex.
Six of the twelve scheduled bouts ended inside the distance (four knockouts and two submissions), delivering a high-impact night of finishes.
Joaquin Buckley and Abdul Razak Alhassan exchanged power shots for 15 minutes, combining for 97 significant strikes in a razor-thin split decision.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Hill take place?
UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Hill (also referred to as UFC Vegas 48) took place on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Who won the main event between Johnny Walker and Jamahal Hill?
Jamahal Hill defeated Johnny Walker via knockout (punch) at 2:55 of Round 1 in their featured light heavyweight main event clash.
Who won the co-main event between Kyle Daukaus and Jamie Pickett?
Kyle Daukaus submitted Jamie Pickett via D’Arce choke at 4:59 of Round 1, securing the tap with only one second left in the opening stanza.
Who won the post-fight bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Hill?
Four fighters received $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses: Jamahal Hill, Kyle Daukaus, David Onama, and Stephanie Egger. No Fight of the Night bonus was awarded.
What historical record did Jim Miller tie at this event?
With his second-round TKO over Nikolas Motta, Jim Miller earned his 23rd UFC victory, tying Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone for the most wins in promotional history at the time.
How did David Onama finish Gabriel Benítez?
David Onama trapped Gabriel Benítez against the fence and landed an unanswered flurry of power punches to score a knockout at 4:24 of Round 1, earning his first promotional win.
Did Chas Skelly retire after his fight with Mark Striegl?
Yes. Following his second-round TKO victory (knee and punches) at 2:01 of Round 2, Chas Skelly officially announced his retirement from professional mixed martial arts.
Who won the middleweight bout between Joaquin Buckley and Abdul Razak Alhassan?
Joaquin Buckley defeated Abdul Razak Alhassan via split decision (28–29, 29–28, 29–28) after landing 5 takedowns and 51 significant strikes.
How did Stephanie Egger defeat Jessica-Rose Clark?
Stephanie Egger secured a judo throw takedown and quickly transitioned to lock up an armbar submission at 3:44 of Round 1.
How did Chad Anheliger win his UFC debut?
Canadian debutant Chad Anheliger dropped Jesse Strader twice in the final round to win via TKO (punches) at 3:33 of Round 3.
How dominant was Jonathan Pearce’s grappling against Christian Rodriguez?
Jonathan Pearce completed 6 takedowns and logged 11 minutes and 17 seconds of control time to secure a unanimous decision victory (30–27, 29–28, 29–28).
Who were the commentators for UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Hill?
The cageside broadcast desk featured play-by-play caller Brendan Fitzgerald alongside color commentators Michael Bisping and Paul Felder.
Did any fighters miss weight at UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Hill?
Yes. Gabriel Benítez weighed in at 148 pounds (2 pounds over the featherweight non-title limit) and was fined 30% of his purse, which went to David Onama.
How many fights took place on the card?
The event featured 12 mixed martial arts bouts: 5 on the main card and 7 on the preliminary card.
Where was UFC Fight Night: Walker vs. Hill broadcast?
The entire card was streamed live exclusively on ESPN+ in the United States and on UFC Fight Pass in international markets.
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