Get ready for an explosive UFC event in Houston, Texas, as the octagon returns to the city after a four-year hiatus! This highly anticipated middleweight showdown pits former champion Sean Strickland, currently ranked No. 3, against the No. 4 contender, Anthony Hernandez. It's a battle of the titans, and you won't want to miss it!
But here's where it gets controversial...
In the women's division, Carli Judice emerged victorious over Juliana Miller in a unanimous decision. The judges' scores were 29-28, 29-28, and 30-27 in favor of Judice. This outcome has sparked some debate among fans, with many questioning the close nature of the fight. What do you think? Was it a clear-cut victory, or did Miller put up a stronger fight than the scores suggest?
Moving on to the men's division, Alden Coria dominated Luis Gurule, earning a unanimous decision victory with scores of 30-27 across the board. Meanwhile, Alibi Idiris also secured a unanimous decision win over Ode' Osbourne, with two judges scoring it 30-27 and the third judge giving it 29-28.
In other exciting matchups, Michel Pereira defeated Zachary Reese by split decision, with scores of 29-28, 29-28, and 29-28. And in a highly anticipated bout, Chidi Njokuani faced off against Carlos Leal, while Jacobe Smith took on Josiah Harrell.
Don't miss the main event, UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Hernandez, live from the Toyota Center in Houston on February 21, 2026. The prelims start at 5 pm ET/2 pm PT, and the main card will be broadcast live on Paramount+ at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT.
Mark your calendars and get ready for an action-packed night of UFC!
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So, who do you think will emerge as the new middleweight champion? Will Strickland reclaim his title, or will Hernandez pull off an upset? Share your predictions and thoughts in the comments below! We want to hear your opinions and engage in some friendly UFC banter.
