Steve Garcia is gearing up for the biggest night of his career as he headlines UFC Vegas 110 in a featherweight showdown against David Onama. For Garcia, this main event marks a defining moment after years of persistence and hard work. Following his victory over Calvin Kattar earlier this year, the Albuquerque native was hoping for a ranked opponent but instead received an even bigger opportunity — a main event slot. Garcia admitted he was thrilled to accept the offer, saying it felt like the payoff for his dedication and long climb through the ranks.

Both Garcia and Onama are fighters who have flown under the radar in the UFC but earned reputations for their high-pressure, aggressive styles. Their matchup promises fireworks, as each man prefers to stand and trade. Garcia has great respect for his opponent but remains confident in his abilities. He described Onama as a dangerous and unpredictable fighter who likes to switch stances and disrupt his opponent’s rhythm, yet Garcia insists he’s ready for anything that comes his way. “He’s kind of like me; we don’t get a lot of attention, but we can scrap,” Garcia said.

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Heading into the fight, Garcia has been focused on conditioning and strategy, knowing that his first main event could last up to five rounds. He anticipates a brutal, high-paced contest that will test both fighters’ endurance and toughness. “You guys are in for a treat,” Garcia said. “It’s going to get bloody; it’s going to be a war. That is what I plan for, a five-round war. I don’t think it will go five rounds, but if there is a finish, it will be on my end.”

With a victory, Garcia hopes to break into the featherweight rankings and earn the recognition he’s been working toward. While he remains grounded about what comes next, Garcia’s focus is clear — to make his main event debut unforgettable and prove he belongs among the division’s elite.

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