UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Cruz Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Cruz
United States
Main Card • Final
Ecuador
R4, 2:17
Performance of the Night
R3, 5:00
Fight of the Night
Uganda
Mexico
R3, 5:00
Brazil
Russia
R3, 1:18
R1, 1:05
R3, 1:39
Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
Slovakia
R3, 5:00
Poland
R3, 5:00
R1, 3:35
R1, 2:59
Performance of the Night
Jamaica
R1, 2:09
Morocco
R3, 5:00
Official Event Results
$50k FOTN
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: Nate Landwehr and David Onama each collected $50,000 for their wild, back-and-forth three-round featherweight war in the co-main event.
Performance of the Night: Marlon Vera earned $50,000 for his devastating fourth-round head kick knockout of former champion Dominick Cruz, and Tyson Nam took home $50,000 for his electric first-round counter-punch knockout over Ode’ Osbourne.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $150,000 | $150,000 | $50,000 | $350,000 | |
| LOSS | $175,000 | — | — | $175,000 | |
| WIN | $30,000 | $30,000 | $50,000 | $110,000 | |
| LOSS | $24,000 | — | $50,000 | $74,000 | |
| WIN | $25,000 | $25,000 | — | $50,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $75,000 | — | — | $75,000 | |
| WIN | $40,000 | $40,000 | — | $80,000 | |
| LOSS | $40,000 | — | — | $40,000 | |
| WIN | $70,000 | $70,000 | — | $140,000 | |
| LOSS | $40,000 | — | — | $40,000 | |
| WIN | $95,000 | $95,000 | — | $190,000 | |
| LOSS | $45,000 | — | — | $45,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 | |
| WIN | $40,000 | $40,000 | — | $80,000 | |
| LOSS | $70,000 | — | — | $70,000 | |
| WIN | $50,000 | $50,000 | — | $100,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $25,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 | $100,000 | |
| LOSS | $28,000 | — | — | $28,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $23,000 | — | — | $23,000 | |
| DRAW | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| DRAW | $24,000 | — | — | $24,000 |
*Official purses reported by the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC). Total disclosed fighter payroll for the event was $1,708,000. Figures reflect guaranteed base purses and contractual win bonuses. Total estimated amounts include official post-fight bonus awards ($50,000 each) awarded to Marlon Vera, Tyson Nam, Nate Landwehr, and David Onama. Amounts do not include compliance pay, discretionary bonuses, or pay-per-view incentives.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Cruz
Marlon Vera knocked out Dominick Cruz at 2:17 of Round 4, extending his all-time record for the most finishes in UFC bantamweight history to 10.
With his fourth-round head kick finish of Cruz, Marlon Vera collected his sixth knockout at 135 pounds, tying former champion T.J. Dillashaw for the most knockouts in UFC bantamweight history.
Vera registered three knockdowns against Cruz, elevating his career total to 10 knockdowns in the 135-pound division and surpassing Cody Garbrandt and Petr Yan for the all-time division record.
Former two-time undisputed champion Dominick Cruz suffered the first head-kick knockout loss of his 28-fight career in front of his hometown San Diego crowd.
Gerald Meerschaert choked out Bruno Silva at 1:39 of Round 3, securing his 10th submission win at 185 pounds to move to second all-time behind only Royce Gracie in promotional middleweight/catchweight history.
The event drew a sellout crowd of 12,804 fans and generated a live gate of $1,735,904.91, setting the all-time combat sports gate record for the Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California.
Angela Hill defeated Lupita Godinez via unanimous decision in her 20th walk to the Octagon, extending her record as the most active female fighter in UFC promotional history.
Following a grueling split decision victory over Cynthia Calvillo, Nina Nunes laid down her gloves in the center of the cage to announce her retirement from professional MMA competition.
Nate Landwehr and David Onama engaged in one of the most wildly entertaining brawls of 2022, combining for 162 significant strikes and earning consensus Fight of the Night honors.
38-year-old Tyson Nam returned from an 18-month hiatus to flatten Ode’ Osbourne with a pinpoint counter right hook at 2:59 of Round 1, earning a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Making his official UFC debut at catchweight, undefeated prospect Josh Quinlan starched Jason Witt with a thunderous one-punch left hook at 2:09 of Round 1, earning universal praise for a clean walk-off finish.
The opening preliminary contest between Youssef Zalal and Da’Mon Blackshear concluded in a majority draw (29-28, 28-28, 28-28), marking only the fifth draw in UFC bantamweight divisional history.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Cruz take place?
UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Cruz took place on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California.
Who won the main event between Marlon Vera and Dominick Cruz?
Marlon Vera defeated former two-time bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz via KO (head kick and punches) at 2:17 of Round 4, scoring three knockdowns in the fight.
What records did Marlon Vera set with his knockout victory?
Marlon Vera extended his record for the most finishes in UFC bantamweight history (10), tied T.J. Dillashaw for the most knockouts (6), and set a new division record for the most knockdowns landed (10).
Who won the $50,000 post-fight bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Cruz?
Four fighters received $50,000 bonuses: Nate Landwehr vs. David Onama earned Fight of the Night, while Marlon Vera and Tyson Nam were awarded Performance of the Night.
How did the co-main event between Nate Landwehr and David Onama play out?
In one of 2022’s wildest fights, Nate Landwehr survived an early knockdown and rallied with relentless pressure and showmanship to defeat David Onama via majority decision (28–28, 29–27, 29–27).
Did Nina Nunes retire after her bout with Cynthia Calvillo?
Yes. After winning a hard-fought split decision (28–29, 29–28, 30–27) over Cynthia Calvillo, Nina Nunes officially announced her retirement inside the Octagon.
What milestone did Gerald Meerschaert achieve against Bruno Silva?
Gerald Meerschaert locked up a third-round guillotine choke at 1:39 of Round 3, securing his 10th submission victory in the UFC middleweight division, trailing only Royce Gracie across division history.
What was the official attendance and gate revenue for the event?
The event drew a capacity crowd of 12,804 fans producing a live gate of $1,735,904.91 at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego.
Who called the fights on commentary for UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Cruz?
The broadcast desk featured play-by-play caller Brendan Fitzgerald alongside color commentators Daniel Cormier and Michael Bisping, with Joe Martinez serving as the official cage announcer.
Why did Youssef Zalal vs. Da’Mon Blackshear end in a draw?
The preliminary bout was scored a majority draw (29–28, 28–28, 28–28) after judges saw an even back-and-forth battle across three rounds, marking only the fifth draw in UFC bantamweight history.
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