UFC Fight Night Preview — Isaac Dulgarian vs Yadier Del Valle: Featherweight Prospects Collide at the Apex

As UFC Fight Night: Garcia vs. Onama approaches, one of the most intriguing matchups on the undercard features a featherweight clash between Isaac Dulgarian and Yadier Del Valle. Both fighters are at the same stage of their athletic primes at 29 years old, but each represents a different stylistic puzzle — Dulgarian’s relentless wrestling pressure against Del Valle’s sharp, technical striking.

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Fighter	Isaac Dulgarian	Yadier Del Valle
Record	7-1-0	9-0-0
Age	29	29
Height	1.70 m	1.75 m
Weight	65.8 kg	65.8 kg
Reach	180.3 cm	175.3 cm
Venue	UFC Apex, Las Vegas

Fight Preview

Isaac Dulgarian enters this contest looking to bounce back from the first loss of his professional career. Known for his explosive grappling and ground control, Dulgarian thrives when he can dictate the pace with takedowns and smother opponents on the mat. His cardio and physical strength have made him a nightmare for those who can’t match his wrestling intensity. However, his challenge against Del Valle will be maintaining that control against a striker who’s comfortable fighting at range and countering takedown attempts.

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Yadier Del Valle, on the other hand, remains unbeaten — a testament to his composure and technical prowess. The Puerto Rican standout uses his 1.75m frame effectively, combining crisp boxing combinations with slick footwork. He’s patient, calculated, and tends to find his rhythm as the fight progresses. Del Valle’s biggest question heading into this bout is whether his takedown defense can hold up against a relentless wrestler like Dulgarian. If he can keep the fight standing, he holds a clear advantage in striking variety and precision.

Both men are evenly matched in age and experience, but their skill sets couldn’t be more different. The smaller octagon at the UFC Apex could favor Dulgarian’s pressure style — limiting Del Valle’s movement and forcing close engagements. Yet, if Dulgarian struggles to secure early control, Del Valle’s striking accuracy and timing could make the difference in the later rounds.

Prediction

Expect a high-paced fight with contrasting strategies: Dulgarian shooting for control and ground damage, Del Valle aiming to pick him apart from the outside. While Dulgarian’s wrestling might earn him early success, Del Valle’s composure and striking discipline could help him turn the tide.

Prediction: Yadier Del Valle via unanimous decision