Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Mazique has covered combat sports and video games since 2011. Some fans found it strange that Yair Rodriguez, one of UFC's most popular Mexican fighters, wasn't a part of Noche UFC.

Noche UFC will take place at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. The No. 6-ranked Silva will be headlining the event for the second straight year, having been knocked out by Diego Lopes in September 2025.

Ogwumike was drafted with the No. 1 overall pick in 2012 by the Los Angeles Sparks. Fifteen years later, she'll end her professional career as an MVP winner in 2016, an eight-time All-WNBA selection and 11-time All-Star -- which is tied for the second-most in league history.