UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer
United States
Main Card • Final
R2, 4:18
Performance of the Night
Nigeria
R1, 2:42
Performance of the Night
R1, 1:03
Finish Bonus
R1, 3:33
Finish Bonus
R3, 3:39
Finish Bonus
R1, 0:24
Finish Bonus
Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
Fight of the Night
R1, 2:56
Finish Bonus
R3, 5:00
Poland
R1, 3:11
Finish Bonus
R2, 4:05
Finish Bonus
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
Official Event Results
$100k FOTN
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
Official Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Tofiq Musayev
+$100k (Fight of the Night)
Ignacio Bahamondes
+$100k (Fight of the Night)
Joe Pyfer
+$100k (Performance of the Night)
Alexa Grasso
+$100k (Performance of the Night)
Michael Chiesa
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Lerryan Douglas
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Yousri Belgaroui
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Terrance McKinney
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Lance Gibson Jr.
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Casey O’Neill
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Navajo Stirling
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Fight of the Night ($100,000 each): Tofiq Musayev and Ignacio Bahamondes each earned an elevated $100,000 bonus for their thrilling three-round lightweight war.
Performance of the Night ($100,000 each): Joe Pyfer received $100,000 for his dramatic second-round knockout of former two-time middleweight champion Israel Adesanya. Alexa Grasso earned $100,000 for her thunderous first-round punch knockout over Maycee Barber.
Finish Bonuses ($25,000 each): Michael Chiesa, Lerryan Douglas, Yousri Belgaroui, Terrance McKinney, Lance Gibson Jr., Casey O’Neill, and Navajo Stirling were each awarded a $25,000 promotional finish bonus for securing stoppage victories.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOSS | $500,000 | — | — | $500,000 | |
| WIN | $125,000 | $175,000 | $100,000 | $400,000 | |
| WIN | $130,000 | $130,000 | $100,000 | $360,000 | |
| WIN | $155,000 | $180,000 | — | $335,000 | |
| LOSS | $120,000 | — | $100,000 | $220,000 | |
| LOSS | $180,000 | — | — | $180,000 | |
| WIN | $35,000 | $35,000 | $100,000 | $170,000 | |
| WIN | $70,000 | $95,000 | — | $165,000 | |
| WIN | $63,000 | $88,000 | — | $151,000 | |
| DRAW | $100,000 | — | — | $100,000 | |
| LOSS | $90,000 | — | — | $90,000 | |
| LOSS | $85,000 | — | — | $85,000 | |
| WIN | $30,000 | $55,000 | — | $85,000 | |
| LOSS | $75,000 | — | — | $75,000 | |
| LOSS | $75,000 | — | — | $75,000 | |
| DRAW | $70,000 | — | — | $70,000 | |
| WIN | $30,000 | $30,000 | — | $60,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $39,000 | — | $53,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $37,000 | — | $49,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $35,000 | — | $45,000 | |
| LOSS | $41,000 | — | — | $41,000 | |
| LOSS | $33,000 | — | — | $33,000 | |
| LOSS | $31,000 | — | — | $31,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | — | $28,000 | |
| LOSS | $28,000 | — | — | $28,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 |
*Purses disclosed to the Washington State Department of Licensing (WSDL). Figures reflect reported base show purses and contractual win bonuses. Total estimated figures include official post-fight performance bonuses ($100,000 each for Fight of the Night and Performance of the Night) and $25,000 promotional finish bonuses awarded by UFC leadership.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer
Joe Pyfer became only the fourth fighter in UFC history to stop former two-time middleweight champion Israel Adesanya via strikes, scoring an emphatic second-round TKO.
UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer established the all-time highest-grossing live gate ($4,195,656) and attendance record (17,854) for a mixed martial arts event in Washington state history.
During the live broadcast, former inaugural UFC flyweight champion and divisional title-defense record holder Demetrious Johnson was officially inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame Modern Wing.
The Ultimate Fighter 15 winner Michael Chiesa concluded his 14-year UFC career with an emotional 63-second rear-naked choke submission victory over Niko Price before retiring in his home state.
Former women’s flyweight champion Alexa Grasso notched the fastest knockout victory of her professional career, dropping Maycee Barber with a single punch in Round 1.
Terrance McKinney registered his fifth sub-minute first-round stoppage inside the Octagon, demolishing Kyle Nelson via head kick and punches in just 24 seconds.
Tofiq Musayev and Ignacio Bahamondes traded over 250 total strikes in a violent three-round showcase that earned Fight of the Night and set a 2026 lightweight strike-exchange benchmark.
Contender Series breakout Navajo Stirling maintained his unblemished professional record, delivering his second consecutive UFC stoppage by halting Bruno Lopes in Round 2.
Former Bellator powerhouse Tyrell Fortune secured a commanding unanimous decision victory over perennial contender Marcin Tybura in his promotional debut.
Casey O’Neill rebounded into flyweight contention with a clinical first-round knockout over Gabriella Fernandes at 3:11, claiming her sixth promotional victory.
Ricky Simón and Adrian Yañez battled across 15 high-paced minutes to produce a rare 28-28, 28-28, 29-28 majority draw, matching one of the closest division battles of the modern era.
Strawweight prospect Alexia Thainara delivered a grappling clinic against Bruna Brasil, landing 6 takedowns and controlling 9:34 of the 15-minute contest to earn a clean 30-27 scorecard sweep.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer take place?
UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer took place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.
Who won the main event between Israel Adesanya and Joe Pyfer?
Joe Pyfer defeated former two-time champion Israel Adesanya via TKO (punches) at 4:18 of Round 2 in their five-round middleweight main event.
What happened in the co-main event between Alexa Grasso and Maycee Barber?
Former champion Alexa Grasso delivered a highlight-reel first-round knockout (punch) at 2:42 against Maycee Barber, earning a $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Did Michael Chiesa retire after UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer?
Yes. In his official retirement fight in his home state of Washington, Michael Chiesa submitted Niko Price via rear-naked choke at 1:03 of Round 1 before laying down his gloves inside the Octagon.
What major Hall of Fame announcement took place during the broadcast?
The UFC announced that former dominant 125-pound kingpin Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame (Modern Wing) as part of International Fight Week 2026.
Who won the post-fight bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer?
Four fighters earned elevated $100,000 bonuses: Tofiq Musayev vs. Ignacio Bahamondes (Fight of the Night), and Joe Pyfer and Alexa Grasso (Performance of the Night). Additionally, stoppage winners Michael Chiesa, Lerryan Douglas, Yousri Belgaroui, Terrance McKinney, Lance Gibson Jr., Casey O’Neill, and Navajo Stirling each received $25,000 finish bonuses.
What was the live gate and official attendance in Seattle?
The event drew a sellout crowd of 17,854 fans, producing a massive live gate of $4,195,656 at Climate Pledge Arena.
How fast did Terrance McKinney stop Kyle Nelson?
Spokane, Washington native Terrance McKinney finished Kyle Nelson via TKO (head kick and punches) in just 24 seconds of Round 1.
What was the result of the bantamweight fight between Ricky Simón and Adrian Yañez?
The bout ended in a thrilling majority draw, with scorecards reading 29–28 for Simón, 28–28, and 28–28.
How did Tyrell Fortune perform in his promotional debut against Marcin Tybura?
Tyrell Fortune pulled off an impressive upset over veteran Marcin Tybura, controlling the grappling exchanges to earn a unanimous decision victory (29–28, 29–28, 30–27).
What is Navajo Stirling’s record following UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer?
New Zealand’s Navajo Stirling improved his perfect record to 11-0 by stopping Brazilian light heavyweight Bruno Lopes via TKO (elbows and punches) at 4:05 of Round 2.
How did Tofiq Musayev defeat Ignacio Bahamondes?
Tofiq Musayev defeated Ignacio Bahamondes via unanimous decision (29–28, 29–27, 30–27) in a bloody, back-and-forth lightweight war that earned Fight of the Night honors.
How did Yousri Belgaroui finish Mansur Abdul-Malik?
Kickboxing standout Yousri Belgaroui scored two knockdowns and sealed the victory with a devastating knee TKO at 3:39 of Round 3.
Where was UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer broadcast?
The entire 13-bout fight card streamed live across the United States exclusively on Paramount+.
Who called the fights at UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer?
The cage-side commentary booth featured lead play-by-play announcer Jon Anik alongside color commentators Daniel Cormier and Paul Felder, with Bruce Buffer announcing inside the Octagon.
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