The UFC heads back to Oklahoma City for the first time in nearly a decade with a headline bout featuring two of Africa’s brightest MMA stars. Former UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis will lock horns with ex-welterweight king Kamaru Usman in the main event of UFC Fight Night at the Paycom Center. The contest marks Du Plessis’ first appearance since losing the middleweight title, while Usman gets another opportunity to test himself at 185 pounds after spending most of his UFC career in the welterweight division.
Both fighters arrive with impressive resumes and championship experience. Du Plessis has built a reputation for relentless pressure and knockout power, whereas Usman remains one of the most accomplished wrestlers and tacticians in the modern MMA era. With plenty at stake despite no title being on the line, fans can expect an intense UFC showdown between two elite competitors looking to re-enter the championship picture.
UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs Usman Match Details
- Main Event: Dricus du Plessis vs Kamaru Usman
- Event: UFC Fight Night
- Venue: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
- Date: July 18, 2026
- Approximate Main Event Walkouts: 8:20 PM ET
- India Time (IST): Main Event – Around 5:50 AM IST
Dricus Du Plessis vs Kamaru Usman Prediction
Du Plessis enters as the favourite thanks to his size, aggressive striking and recent success against top-level middleweights. Usman’s wrestling pedigree and fight IQ make him dangerous, but moving up in weight against a naturally bigger opponent remains a challenge.
Prediction: Dricus du Plessis could win via unanimous decision.
UFC Fight Night Oklahoma City Full Fight Card
Main Card
- Dricus du Plessis vs Kamaru Usman
- Jared Cannonier vs Christian Leroy Duncan
- Chase Hooper vs Mitch Ramirez
- Tabatha Ricci vs Fatima Kline
- Tommy McMillen vs Alberto Montes
Preliminary Card
- Dione Barbosa vs Anna Melisano
- Jose Delgado vs Austin Bashi
- Seok Hyeon Ko vs Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani
- Alvin Hines vs RJ Harris
- Felipe Franco vs Levi Rodrigues Jr.
- Alden Coria vs Stewart Nicoll
UFC Fight Night Live Streaming Details
How to watch UFC Fight Night in India?
Fans in India can watch the event live on Paramount+.
Where to watch Du Plessis vs Usman in the USA?
The Dricus Du Plessis vs Kamaru Usman fight will be available via Paramount+ in the United States.
How can fans watch UFC Fight Night in the UK?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can stream the event through Paramount+.
Is the fight available in South Africa?
Yes, South African fans can watch Du Plessis vs Usman on Paramount+.
Where can Nigerian fans watch the event?
The UFC Fight Night Dricus Du Plessis vs Kamaru Usman will be streamed live on Paramount+ in Nigeria.
How to watch UFC Oklahoma City in Australia?
Australian viewers can access the live broadcast through Paramount+.
The event promises an intriguing clash between two former champions, with Du Plessis aiming to bounce back from his title defeat and Usman seeking a statement victory in the middleweight division.
