Ian Machado Garry takes on Carlos Prates in Kansas City main event
- The UFC Kansas City fight card will take place on April 26, 2025, at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri.
- The main event features Ian Machado Garry facing Carlos Prates, while Anthony Smith participates in a potential retirement bout against Zhang Mingyang.
- This event is highly anticipated, with notable fighters and competitive matchups planned.
The UFC Kansas City fight card is set for Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri. This event marks the UFC's return to Kansas City after a year-long hiatus, featuring a main event between ranked welterweights Ian Machado Garry and Carlos Prates. Garry, a 27-year-old fighter with an impressive 15-1 record, aims to rebound from a recent decision loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov. On the other hand, Prates, 31, boasts an undefeated streak within the UFC and a total of 11 consecutive victories, having achieved all four of his UFC wins by knockout. Furthermore, with Prates originally scheduled to fight Geoff Neal, he steps up to the main event after Neal's withdrawal, showcasing his readiness for significant challenges. The co-main event will see Anthony Smith, a former UFC light heavyweight title challenger, potentially retire after facing Zhang Mingyang, adding emotional stakes to this matchup. The full card includes renowned fighters like Giga Chikadze and Michel Pereira, further promising an exciting fight night. The preliminary fights can be viewed on ESPN+, while the main card is set to be broadcasted on ESPN2.