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Top 10 UFC Fights: February 2025
Making a Top 10 list for February isn’t easy. Fans are preparing themselves for loads of UFC action all month as not a single off-weekend is on the calendar!
February sees two titles on the line and only has one UFC Apex show. Saudia Arabia, Sydney, Australia, and Seattle, Washington are all on the docket, giving fans around the world plenty to look forward to.
The month of action gets kicked off this weekend at UFC Saudi Arabia. Here are the top 10 UFC fights in the month of February:

Silva vs Melsik | HOF
10. Jean Silva vs Melsik Baghdasaryan
- UFC Seattle on February 22nd, 2025
Jean Silva is set to face Melsik Baghdasaryan at UFC Seattle on February 22, 2025, in what promises to be an exciting featherweight fight. This matchup is anticipated to be a striking showcase, with both fighters known for their stand-up skills, setting the stage for a potentially explosive finish.
Silva, riding a wave of momentum with three consecutive knockouts since his UFC debut, aims to cement his status as a rising star in the division. His opponent, Baghdasaryan, brings a technical kicking game to the Octagon, looking to rebound and prove his worth after a mixed run in his last few fights.
The winner of this fight will undoubtedly be a big name in the featherweight division, especially considering the FOTN potential written all over this one.
Rodrigues vs Cannonier | HOF
9. Jared Cannonier vs Gregory Rodrigues
- UFC Vegas 102 on February 15th, 2025
The main event of UFC Vegas 102 on February 15, 2025, features a middleweight fight between Jared Cannonier and Gregory Rodrigues. This fight has a potential to be a battle of power, with both fighters having a history of throwing very heavy strikes.
Cannonier, once a title challenger, looks to halt a two-fight skid after losses, aiming to reassert his position atop the division. On the other side, Rodrigues, with his aggressive style and three-fight winning streak, seeks to break into the middleweight top 15.
Allen vs Fluffy | HOF
8. Anthony Hernandez vs Brendan Allen
- UFC Seattle on February 22nd, 2025
At UFC Seattle, Brendan Allen and Anthony ‘Fluffy’ Hernandez will reignite their rivalry in a middleweight rematch. Their first encounter in 2018 saw Hernandez taking the victory, and this rematch is crucial for both fighters’ goals within the division, promising high stakes and intense action.
Allen, ranked #9, aims to rebound from his recent unanimous decision loss, which snapped his seven-fight winning streak. Hernandez, on the other hand, is in the midst of a six-fight win streak, his latest being a fifth-round TKO, earning him a Performance of the Night bonus.
A rematch always adds extra pressure. It will be interesting to see how each fighter has developed since their last meeting six years ago.
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7. Rob Font vs Dominick Cruz
- UFC Seattle on February 22nd, 2025
The co-main event of UFC Seattle features an overdue bantamweight matchup between Rob Font and Dominick Cruz. Cruz, known for his unorthodox movement and striking style, will test Font’s improved boxing and durability, making this a matchup between worthy veterans.
Font, coming off a unanimous decision win, looks to continue his resurgence after a mixed run in his last six fights. On the other side, former champion Dominick Cruz returns after a two-year layoff, aiming to leave a lasting mark in what he has announced as his final fight.
No matter the outcome, fans will without a doubt thank Cruz for his years of Octagon service. Expect Cruz to go out on his shield, win or lose.

Shara vs MVP | HOF
6. Shara Magomedov vs Michael ‘Venom’ Page
- UFC Saudi Arabia on February 1st, 2025
The co-main event at UFC Saudi Arabia on February 1, 2025, will see an exciting middleweight clash between Shara “Bullet” Magomedov and Michael “Venom” Page. This matchup promises a striking masterclass with both fighters known for their creativity and power in the stand-up game.
Magomedov, undefeated with a bunch of dramatic knockouts, including a recent double-spinning backfist KO, aims to continue his ascent in the division. Page, moving up from welterweight for this bout, brings his unpredictable and flashy striking style to the middleweight division.
Don’t blink during this fight. A knock out is likely imminent.
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5. Calvin Kattar vs Youssef Zalal
- UFC Vegas 102 on February 15th, 2025
UFC Vegas 102’s co-main event is a featherweight bout between Calvin Kattar and Youssef Zalal. This matchup puts Kattar’s seasoned striking against Zalal’s dangerous grappling, setting the stage for a tactical battle where both fighters look to make significant statements in the extremely competitive division
Kattar, ranked tenth in the division, is eager to break his three-fight losing streak, with his last victory coming back in 2022. Facing him is the resurgent Zalal, who has made a strong comeback with three consecutive submission wins following his UFC re-entry in 2024.
Cejudo vs Yadong | HOF
4. Henry Cejudo vs Song Yadong
- UFC Seattle on February 22nd, 2025
The main event at UFC Seattle sees former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo against the rising Chinese star Song Yadong in a crucial bantamweight fight. This matchup is important for both fighters, with Cejudo looking to reassert his dominance and Song aiming to catapult himself into title contention.
Cejudo, aiming to get his first win since coming out of retirement, brings his Olympic-level wrestling and championship experience to the Octagon. Yadong, coming off a unanimous decision loss,, is eager to prove he’s still a top contender with his powerful striking and improved grappling.
Cejudo always brings plenty of fun in the lead-ups to his fights. It seems Yadong might also be game for some trash talk. Expect the build-up for this fight to be as exciting as the action itself.
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3. Zhang Weili vs Tatiana Suarez
- UFC 312 on February 8th, 2025
At UFC 312 on February 8, 2025, in Sydney, Australia, Zhang Weili will defend her strawweight title against the undefeated challenger Tatiana Suarez. This matchup is a classic striker vs grappler affair, with Suarez wanting to bring the fight to the canvas as Zhang wants to keep it standing.
Zhang, in her second reign as champion, has defended the belt twice already, showcasing her utter dominance. Suarez, known for her exceptional wrestling background and submission game, steps into her first championship fight after a series of injuries delayed her ascent.
Suarez has long been knocking on the door to UFC title contention. Now that she finally has her shot, it’s up to the seasoned veteran to knock her back down a few pegs in the rankings.

Adesanya vs Imavov | HOF
2. Israel Adesanya vs Nassourdine Imavov
- UFC Saudi Arabia on February 1st, 2025
At UFC Saudi Arabia, former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya squares off against Nassourdine Imavov in the main event. This fight is pivotal for both, with Adesanya seeking redemption and Imavov eyeing a spot in the title conversation
Adesanya, looking to snap his first ever two-fight losing streak, brings his renowned striking and experience to the Octagon, aiming to reclaim his position at the top of the division. Imavov, on a three-fight win streak, has shown he can compete with the best, and now looks to take down his first former champion.
Du Plessis vs Strickland | HOF
1. Sean Strickland vs Dricus Du Plessis
- UFC 312 on February 8th, 2025
The main event of UFC 312 features a middleweight title rematch between Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis. This bout promises another intense showdown, with Strickland looking to reclaim his title and Du Plessis aiming to solidify his reign.
Du Plessis, the current champion, captured the belt from Strickland in a razor-close split decision at UFC 297, with both fighters sharing “Fight of the Night” honors. Since then, Du Plessis has defended his title once, submitting Israel Adesanya, while Strickland has a decision win over Paulo Costa.
Expectations are high for a strategic and possibly stand-up focused battle, given Strickland’s recent challenge for a no-wrestling pact, which Du Plessis dismissed, indicating he’ll use whatever means necessary to win. If Strickland wins the rematch, a trilogy fight could very well be in the cards for the future.
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