Brandon Royval defeated Tatsuro Taira by split decision at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, marking Taira's first professional loss and ending his undefeated streak (16-1-0). Royval, now 5-1 in his last six bouts, showcased his striking prowess against Taira, who controlled much of the fight on the ground. The fight was a closely contested five-round battle, with both fighters praised for their performances. Post-fight, Royval commended Taira's potential and expressed aspirations for a title shot. In other bouts, JunYong Park and Grant Dawson also secured victories, while multiple fighters at the event failed to make weight. Royval's victory positions him favorably for a potential title challenge against current flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja.