Royval vs. Kape Expected to Headline Final 2025 UFC Event in Las Vegas

The UFC's final event of 2025, UFC Vegas 112, will feature a flyweight main event between Brandon Royval and Manel Kape at the Apex in Las Vegas on December 13. This bout marks the third scheduled matchup between the two after Royval and Kape withdrew due to injuries earlier in the year. Ranked No. 3 and No. 7 in the flyweight division respectively, Royval aims to rebound from a recent loss to Joshua Van, while Kape is coming off a TKO victory and has won six of his last seven fights. This event will also serve as the last UFC broadcast on ESPN before the promotion transitions to Paramount+ and CBS in 2026 for U.S. audiences. The outcome of this fight could impact the future title contention, especially with champion Alexandre Pantoja preparing for his next defense against Van. Both fighters bring significant momentum and stakes to this highly anticipated matchup, closing out the year with a pivotal flyweight contest.