UFC Vancouver Full Card: Power Ranking Every Fight

These power rankings reflect those characteristics and are completely opinion-based. :

Must-See Main Card Matchups

#1 Main Event: Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen – Middleweight

This main event tops the list due to its high stakes and fascinating stylistic clash. De Ridder, a former ONE Championship titleholder, is on a 4-0 run in the UFC and looks to continue his case for a title shot. He faces Allen, a submission specialist who stepped in on short notice and aims to catapult himself into the title conversation. The matchup pits de Ridder's unique grappling and length against Allen's relentless pursuit of submissions. With both fighters highly skilled on the ground and de Ridder coming off a win over a former champion, this five-round main event has all the ingredients to be an instant grappling classic.

#2 Marlon Vera vs. Aiemann Zahabi – Men's Bantamweight

This bantamweight bout is a compelling crossroads fight. Vera, a former title challenger, looks to regroup after going 0-2 in 2024. He faces Zahabi, the streaking French-Canadian who has gone 6-0 since 2021 and climbed into the Top 10. The veteran's experience versus the surging local favorite creates a must-watch dynamic with serious ranking implications.

#3 Kevin Holland vs. Mike Malott – Welterweight

This welterweight clash earns the third spot due to its explosive potential and compelling narratives. Holland, a fan-favorite known for his all-around toolkit and constant chatter, meets Malott, who will have the Canadian crowd behind him and is laser-focused with a complete all-around skill set. This is a pivotal match for both men in the crowded 170-pound division and should be captivating for as long as it lasts.

Solid Main Card Bouts

#4 Kyle Nelson vs. Matt Frevola – Lightweight

The main card opener between Nelson and Frevola promises to start the show with energy. Nelson, a Canadian veteran, moves back up to lightweight and will look to feed off the home crowd. Matt “The Steamrolla” Frevola, always in entertaining scraps, aims to rebound from two consecutive brutal knockout losses. With both men needing a win to steady their position in the ultra-competitive lightweight division, expect this one to start quickly and run hot.

#5 Manon Fiorot vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius – Women's Flyweight

The co-main event between top-ranked flyweights Fiorot and Jasudavicius takes fifth place. Fiorot, having just challenged for the title in her last outing, is one of the division's best and owns wins over several ranked contenders. She faces Jasudavicius, who enters on a five-fight winning streak and has shown constant improvement. With the winner potentially working into a No. 1 contender's match, this is an outstanding matchup with significant divisional ramifications.

#6 Cody Gibson vs. Aoriqileng – Men’s Bantamweight

While both fighters are unranked and are not necessarily the most entertaining fighters in the division, they each have interesting approaches to the fight. This will be a classic striker vs. grappler matchup with a high probability of a decisive finish. Gibson, a long and durable veteran, will look to close the distance, clinch, and utilize his wrestling and relentless top pressure to grind on Aoriqileng, while the Mongolian is a powerful and aggressive boxer who throws bombs with fight-ending intentions in both hands.

Prelim Sleeper Picks

#7 Charles Jourdain vs. Davey Grant – Men's Bantamweight

This prelim headliner features Canadian Charles Jourdain looking to build on his successful bantamweight debut against the always-game British veteran, Davey Grant. Grant has won four of his last five, making this a solid test for Jourdain and a great lead-in to the main card.

#8 Bruno Silva vs. HyunSung Park – Men’s Flyweight

This flyweight preliminary bout is an intriguing clash between ranked flyweight Bruno Silva and South Korea's HyunSung Park. Both are coming off losses and will be eager to get back on track, which often leads to exciting fights, especially in the flyweight division.

#9 Danny Barlow vs. Djorden Santos – Middleweight

A matchup of Dana White's Contender Series alums, both Barlow and Santos are looking to right the ship after recent setbacks. Barlow makes his debut in the weight class, and both men are likely feeling the pressure to secure a UFC win. This middleweight contest has solid action potential.

Bottom of the Rankings

#10 Kyle Prepolec vs. Drew Dober – Lightweight

This lightweight prelim features Canadian Kyle Prepolec in a tough matchup against the powerful and experienced Drew Dober. While Dober is always a threat for a knockout, his recent skid places this bout lower on the list.

#11 Stephanie Luciano vs. Ravena Oliveira – Women's Strawweight

This women's strawweight contest features two unranked fighters, Stephanie Luciano and Ravena Oliveira, looking to make their mark in the division. The fighters' lower profiles land it in the No. 11 spot.

#12 Azamat Bekoev vs. Yousri Belgaroui – Middleweight

This middleweight bout was initially scheduled for an earlier event, but finally makes it to the Octagon. This is a lower-stakes fight between unranked middleweights, placing it near the bottom of the rankings.

#13 Melissa Croden vs. Tainara Lisboa – Women's Bantamweight

The no. 13 spot goes to this women's bantamweight affair between Canadian Melissa Croden and Brazil's Tainara Lisboa. As an unranked bout in one of the UFC's thinner divisions, it lacks the stakes and name recognition of the higher-ranked fights.

A "Sleeper" Card

UFC Fight Night 262 may not have the star power of other UFC events, but it still delivers a compelling slate of matchups with something for every MMA fan. As the UFC returns to Vancouver for the first time since 2023, the Canadian crowd will undoubtedly elevate an already electric atmosphere, particularly when Canadians like Mike Malott, Charles Jourdain, and Jasmine Jasudavicius look to secure spectacular victories inside the Octagon.