UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2 Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2
Mexico
Main Card • Final
United States
R5, 5:00
R3, 0:58
Performance of the Night
R3, 5:00
Fight of the Night
Argentina
R3, 5:00
R1, 1:46
Performance of the Night
Scotland
Prelims • Final
Brazil
R3, 2:04
R3, 5:00
R1, 2:17
France
R3, 5:00
Peru
R2, 4:59
Ukraine
R3, 5:00
Tajikistan
R1, 0:44
Venezuela
Official Event Results
$50k POTN
$50k FOTN
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: Daniel Zellhuber and Francisco Prado earned $50,000 each for their action-packed, three-round lightweight war that produced 210 combined significant strikes.
Performance of the Night: Brian Ortega received $50,000 for rallying from an early knockdown to submit Yair Rodríguez via third-round arm-triangle choke.
Performance of the Night: Manuel Torres earned $50,000 for his lightning-fast first-round submission over Chris Duncan, finishing the bout via rear-naked choke in just 1:46.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Disclosed Earnings
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*Official base purses and contract figures are not publicly disclosed by the local Mexico City sanctioning commission. Both Edgar Cháirez (131 lbs) and Daniel Lacerda (127 lbs) missed the 126 lb flyweight limit and were fined percentages of their purses. Officially confirmed post-fight performance bonuses ($50,000 each) are documented for Brian Ortega, Manuel Torres, Daniel Zellhuber, and Francisco Prado.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2
Brandon Royval and Brandon Moreno combined for 975 attempted strikes at high altitude (7,350 feet), ranking among the highest total strike volume bouts in UFC flyweight history.
Brandon Royval unleashed 610 significant strike attempts over 25 minutes, setting a personal career best and a modern five-round flyweight output record.
Brian Ortega captured his 8th UFC post-fight bonus in 12 promotional appearances, maintaining one of the highest bonus-per-fight percentages in featherweight history.
Manuel Torres kept his spotless Octagon finishing record intact, becoming one of the few lightweight contenders to open their UFC tenure with three consecutive first-round stoppages.
The card generated a massive sellout attendance of 21,546 spectators, making it the most-attended UFC event ever held in the nation of Mexico.
Daniel Zellhuber (120) and Francisco Prado (90) combined for 210 landed significant strikes in their three-round bout, earning consensus Fight of the Night honors.
Promotional newcomer Ronaldo Rodríguez locked in a rear-naked choke over Denys Bondar with just one second remaining in Round 2 (4:59), executing a rare buzzer-beater tapout.
Tajikistan’s Muhammad Naimov scored the fastest finish of the evening, dismantling Erik Silva via leg injury and follow-up strikes in only 44 seconds of Round 1.
Three separate bouts were decided by split decision (Royval vs. Moreno, Aguilar vs. Mendonça, and dos Santos vs. Altamirano), reflecting hyper-competitive rounds at altitude.
After their first matchup ended in an infamous controversial No Contest, Edgar Cháirez decisively submitted Daniel Lacerda via triangle choke at 2:17 of Round 1.
Bantamweight veteran Raoni Barcelos secured his first career UFC rear-naked choke submission, halting Cristian Quiñonez at 2:04 of Round 3.
The 12-bout card highlighted international competitors representing ten different nations: Mexico, United States, Brazil, Argentina, France, Peru, Scotland, Ukraine, Tajikistan, and Venezuela.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2 take place?
UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2 took place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the Arena CDMX (Mexico City Arena) in Mexico City, Mexico.
Who won the main event between Brandon Moreno and Brandon Royval?
Brandon Royval defeated former two-time flyweight champion Brandon Moreno via split decision (48–47, 46–49, 48–47) after five relentless rounds of striking at high altitude.
Who won the co-main event between Yair Rodríguez and Brian Ortega?
Brian Ortega defeated Yair Rodríguez via submission (arm-triangle choke) at 0:58 of Round 3, mounting an incredible comeback after being dropped in the opening round.
Who won the official $50,000 post-fight bonuses at this event?
Four fighters received $50,000 bonus checks: Daniel Zellhuber vs. Francisco Prado won Fight of the Night, while Brian Ortega and Manuel Torres each earned Performance of the Night honors.
What was the official attendance for UFC Fight Night in Mexico City?
The event drew a massive sellout crowd of 21,546 fans at Arena CDMX, setting the record for the highest attended UFC event in Mexico’s history.
How did Manuel Torres defeat Chris Duncan?
Manuel Torres secured an electric victory by taking down Chris Duncan, transitioning to his back, and locking in a rear-naked choke at 1:46 of Round 1.
Why did Edgar Cháirez and Daniel Lacerda fight at catchweight?
Both fighters missed the flyweight non-title limit (Cháirez weighed 131 lbs, while Lacerda weighed 127 lbs). The bout proceeded at a 131-pound catchweight, and Cháirez won via triangle choke at 2:17 of Round 1.
Why did Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Ricky Turcios not take place at UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2?
Raul Rosas Jr. fell ill backstage just minutes before his scheduled main card bout against Ricky Turcios, forcing officials to withdraw the matchup moments before walkouts.
Who called the broadcast action for UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2?
The live English broadcast booth featured play-by-play announcer Brendan Fitzgerald alongside color commentators Paul Felder and former UFC two-division champion Daniel Cormier.
Who was the Octagon announcer for the event?
Hall of Fame cage announcer Bruce Buffer introduced all fighters inside the Octagon at Arena CDMX.
What was the fastest stoppage at UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2?
Tajikistan’s Muhammad Naimov delivered the fastest finish of the night, securing a TKO victory over Erik Silva in just 44 seconds of Round 1.
How did Yazmin Jauregui perform against Sam Hughes?
Jauregui put on a masterclass striking showcase in front of her home crowd, landing 94 significant strikes to earn a clean unanimous decision sweep (30–27, 30–27, 30–27).
What elevation was UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2 held at?
Mexico City sits at an extreme elevation of approximately 7,350 feet (2,240 meters) above sea level, presenting notorious cardiovascular challenges for non-acclimated fighters.
What was the result of the first bout between Moreno and Royval?
In their first meeting at UFC 255 in November 2020, Brandon Moreno defeated Brandon Royval via first-round TKO after Royval suffered an unfortunate shoulder dislocation.
Where was the event broadcast in the United States?
The entire 12-bout card streamed live exclusively on ESPN+ in the United States, with simultaneous Spanish-language coverage on ESPN Deportes.
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