After securing a new UFC contract , Kevin Vallejos scored the biggest victory of his career at UFC Vegas 112, stopping Giga Chikadze in round two with a spectacular finish. After a competitive first frame, the Argentine fighter landed a spinning backfist that dropped his opponent, then followed with brutal elbows for the stoppage. Later, Henry Cejudo was so impressed that he made a bold prediction immediately.

On X, the former two-division champ, noted Vallejos will be a top featherweight contender in 2026, praising the knockout finish. He wrote, “ Kevin Vallejos is going to be a top featherweight contender in 2026. What a knockout!!! ”

The Argentine’s record backs up that excitement. He’s lost just once in his career – that defeat coming against Jean Silva. Out of 17 wins, 12 ca

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