UFC Allen Beats de Ridder in Vancouver Fight
Vancouver, BC — October 18, 2025
UFC Fight Night: de Ridder vs. Allen delivered a night of high-stakes violence and breakout performances at Rogers Arena. Middleweight contender Brendan Allen stole the spotlight with a dominant TKO victory over former ONE champion Reinier de Ridder, while Canadian fighters lit up the card with hometown grit and precision.
Brendan Allen Stops de Ridder in Fourth-Round Beatdown
In the main event, Brendan Allen (24-5) showcased his evolution as a complete fighter, battering Reinier de Ridder (16-3) over four rounds before de Ridder’s corner threw in the towel. Allen’s striking was crisp, his takedown defense airtight, and his pressure relentless. The stoppage came after sustained damage and a clear shift in momentum, with Allen calling out Khamzat Chimaev and Dricus du Plessis in his post-fight interview.
“I’m ready for gold,” Allen declared. “I just beat a world-class grappler. Give me the belt.”
Mike Malott Edges Kevin Holland in Tactical War
Canadian welterweight Mike Malott (11-2-1) earned a hard-fought unanimous decision over fan favorite Kevin Holland (25-12). All three judges scored it 29-28, rewarding Malott’s cleaner striking and cage control. Holland had moments of brilliance, but Malott’s composure and counterpunching sealed the win.
Zahabi Shocks Vera in Split Decision Thriller
Aiemann Zahabi (10-2) pulled off a major upset, defeating Marlon “Chito” Vera (22-9-1) via split decision. The judges scored it 29-28, 28-29, and 29-28, with Zahabi’s volume and movement frustrating Vera’s power game. The win catapults Zahabi into the bantamweight top 15 and sets up potential matchups with contenders like Ricky Simón or Pedro Munhoz.
Fiorot Crushes Jasudavicius in 74 Seconds
Manon Fiorot (12-1) made short work of Jasmine Jasudavicius (9-3), scoring a first-round TKO just 1:14 into the fight. Fiorot’s precision striking and killer instinct were on full display, reaffirming her status as a top flyweight contender.
Jourdain Submits Grant in Guillotine Finish
Charles Jourdain (15-7-1) thrilled the Canadian crowd with a slick first-round submission over Davey Grant (13-7). The guillotine choke came at 3:05 of Round 1, marking Jourdain’s first submission win in the UFC and a potential turning point in his career trajectory.
Kyle Nelson Outpoints Matt Frevola in Gritty Decision
Kyle Nelson (15-5-1) closed out the main card with a unanimous decision win over Matt Frevola (11-5-1). Judges scored it 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28, as Nelson’s pressure and clinch work neutralized Frevola’s explosive style.
Conclusion
UFC Fight Night: de Ridder vs. Allen was a showcase of rising talent, national pride, and divisional shakeups. Brendan Allen’s statement win puts him within striking distance of a title shot, while Canadian fighters like Malott, Zahabi, Jourdain, and Nelson proved they belong on the global stage.
