UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Stephens Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Stephens
United States
Main Card • Final
R2, 1:35
Performance of the Night
Brazil
R3, 5:00
Albania
R1, 3:48
Performance of the Night
Haiti
R3, 5:00
Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
R2, 3:40
R3, 5:00
Ukraine
R2, 2:38
Fight of the Night
Early Prelims • Final
R1, 4:23
Poland
R3, 2:32
R3, 5:00
R2, 2:33
Official Event Results
$50k POTN
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: Alan Jouban and Ben Saunders earned $50,000 each for their action-packed, toe-to-toe welterweight war that ended in a dramatic second-round knockout finish.
Performance of the Night: Jeremy Stephens received $50,000 for his devastating second-round knockout of top-ranked featherweight contender Josh Emmett in the main event.
Performance of the Night: Ilir Latifi was awarded $50,000 for dropping former title challenger Ovince Saint Preux before submitting him with a ferocious standing guillotine choke at 3:48 of Round 1.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $63,000 | $63,000 | $50,000 | $176,000 | |
| LOSS | $45,000 | — | — | $45,000 | |
| WIN | $48,000 | $48,000 | — | $96,000 | |
| LOSS | $36,000 | — | — | $36,000 | |
| WIN | $33,000 | $33,000 | $50,000 | $116,000 | |
| LOSS | $86,000 | — | — | $86,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $40,000 | — | — | $40,000 | |
| WIN | $20,000 | $20,000 | — | $40,000 | |
| LOSS | $53,000 | — | — | $53,000 | |
| WIN | $28,000 | $28,000 | — | $56,000 | |
| LOSS | $38,000 | — | — | $38,000 | |
| WIN | $21,000 | $21,000 | — | $42,000 | |
| LOSS | $23,000 | — | — | $23,000 | |
| WIN | $40,000 | $40,000 | $50,000 | $130,000 | |
| LOSS | $23,000 | — | $50,000 | $73,000 | |
| WIN | $46,000 | $46,000 | — | $92,000 | |
| LOSS | $25,000 | — | — | $25,000 | |
| WIN | $46,000 | $46,000 | — | $92,000 | |
| LOSS | $22,000 | — | — | $22,000 | |
| WIN | $9,600 | $12,000 | — | $21,600 | |
| LOSS | $14,400 | — | — | $14,400 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $15,000 | — | — | $15,000 |
*Purses disclosed by the Florida State Boxing Commission. Total disclosed purse was $1,173,000. Alex Perez was fined 20% ($2,400) of his base purse for missing weight at 126.5 lbs, which was awarded directly to Eric Shelton. Total figures include officially awarded post-fight bonuses ($50,000 each).
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Stephens
Jeremy Stephens landed his 18th career UFC knockdown in round two against Josh Emmett, tying Anderson Silva for the most knockdowns in promotional history.
Jéssica Andrade set the all-time division record by executing 10 takedowns on Tecia Torres, shattering the previous benchmark of 8 set by Rose Namajunas.
Alan Jouban scored two knockdowns over Ben Saunders, moving into a tie for third place in UFC welterweight history with Robbie Lawler, Matt Brown, and Stephen Thompson.
Ilir Latifi became one of the rare fighters in modern UFC light heavyweight history to secure a standing technical submission, putting Ovince Saint Preux to sleep in just 3:48.
Marion Reneau earned her 4th stoppage win in the women’s bantamweight division, trailing only Amanda Nunes and Ronda Rousey on the all-time divisional finishes leaderboard.
Max Griffin produced the largest betting upset on the card (+260 underdog), decisively outstriking fan-favorite Mike Perry 76 to 45 in significant strikes over three rounds.
Rani Yahya improved to third all-time in UFC bantamweight takedowns (21), tying T.J. Dillashaw, and locked in his second arm-triangle choke submission in the promotion.
Making his light heavyweight debut after a long middleweight run, Sam Alvey delivered his 11th career first-round knockout by stopping Marcin Prachnio in 4:23.
Manny Bermudez maintained his undefeated professional record on short notice, notching his eighth career guillotine choke victory with a second-round tap over Albert Morales.
Contender Series breakout Alex Perez dominated Eric Shelton on the canvas, landing five takedowns and maintaining near-total top control across 15 minutes.
Jeremy Stephens recorded his third consecutive featured UFC victory in five months (defeating Gilbert Melendez, Doo Ho Choi, and Josh Emmett), pocketing his 9th career bonus award.
The event generated an official live gate of $1,064,303.50 with 10,124 spectators, marking the UFC’s highest-grossing sporting event at Orlando’s Amway Center.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Stephens take place?
UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Stephens (also known as UFC on Fox 28) took place on Saturday, February 24, 2018, at the Amway Center (now Kia Center) in Orlando, Florida.
Who won the main event between Jeremy Stephens and Josh Emmett?
Jeremy Stephens defeated Josh Emmett via KO (punches and elbows) at 1:35 of Round 2 in their featured featherweight headliner.
What was the controversy surrounding the Jeremy Stephens vs. Josh Emmett stoppage?
During the finishing sequence, Stephens threw a knee to a grounded Emmett that appeared to graze the top of his head, followed by several elbows to the back of the head. Referee Dan Miragliotta deemed the strikes legal in the moment, and the Florida State Boxing Commission upheld the knockout result after review.
Who won the co-main event between Jéssica Andrade and Tecia Torres?
Jéssica Andrade defeated Tecia Torres via unanimous decision (29–27, 29–28, 29–28) after landing a strawweight division record 10 takedowns.
Who won the official post-fight bonus awards?
Four fighters received $50,000 post-fight bonuses: Alan Jouban vs. Ben Saunders took home Fight of the Night, while Jeremy Stephens and Ilir Latifi claimed Performance of the Night honors.
What was the official attendance and live gate for the event?
The event drew an official crowd of 10,124 fans at the Amway Center, generating a live gate of $1,064,303.50.
How did Ilir Latifi defeat Ovince Saint Preux?
Ilir Latifi dropped Ovince Saint Preux with a heavy left hook before locking in a tight standing guillotine choke that rendered OSP unconscious on his feet at 3:48 of Round 1.
Who won the welterweight clash between Max Griffin and Mike Perry?
Max Griffin pulled off the biggest betting upset of the night (+260 underdog), defeating hometown favorite Mike Perry via unanimous decision (29–27, 29–27, 30–27).
How did Brian Kelleher beat former champion Renan Barão?
Brian Kelleher outworked former UFC Bantamweight Champion Renan Barão in a competitive striking battle to earn a unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 29–28).
How did Marion Reneau defeat Olympic silver medalist Sara McMann?
After being dominated in round one, Marion Reneau rocked McMann on the feet in round two before submitting her with a slick triangle choke at 3:40 of Round 2.
Why did Alan Jouban vs. Ben Saunders win Fight of the Night?
Former training partners Alan Jouban and Ben Saunders traded heavy kicks, knees, and power combinations in a thrilling slugfest before Jouban knocked Saunders out cold with an overhand left at 2:38 of Round 2.
How did Sam Alvey perform in his light heavyweight debut?
Moving up from middleweight, Sam Alvey scored a clean one-punch counter right-hook knockout over Polish promotional newcomer Marcin Prachnio at 4:23 of Round 1.
Who called the fights for UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Stephens?
The event was called cageside by play-by-play announcer Jon Anik and color commentator Daniel Cormier, with Bruce Buffer announcing the fighters inside the Octagon.
Did any fighter miss weight at UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Stephens?
Yes. Alex Perez weighed in at 126.5 lbs (half a pound over the non-title flyweight limit) and was fined 20% of his purse ($2,400), which was awarded to opponent Eric Shelton.
Where was UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Stephens broadcast?
The main card and preliminary card aired live on Fox network television across the United States, preceded by early prelims streaming live on UFC Fight Pass.
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