UFC 326 Prelim Fight Card Predictions

MMA KO's Drew Beaupré breaks down the undercard bouts for UFC 326 in Las Vegas

Mar. 5, 2026 at 5:08pm

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The UFC returns to Las Vegas for UFC 326, with the main event featuring a rematch between featherweight champion Max Holloway and former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. MMA KO's Drew Beaupré provides predictions for all eight preliminary card fights on the UFC 326 undercard.

Why it matters

The UFC 326 prelims feature several up-and-coming fighters looking to make a name for themselves, as well as some veterans trying to turn their careers around. These fights could have major implications for the future title pictures in multiple weight classes.

The details

The UFC 326 prelims are headlined by a bantamweight bout between former UFC champion Cody Garbrandt and rising Chinese prospect Xiao Long. Other notable fights include a middleweight matchup between Reinier de Ridder and Caio Borralho, and the UFC debuts of several fighters like Donte Johnson, Alberto Montes, and Luke Fernandez.

  • UFC 326 takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The players

Max Holloway

The reigning UFC featherweight champion, known for his technical striking and high-volume offense.

Charles Oliveira

A former UFC lightweight champion who is moving back down to featherweight to challenge Holloway in the main event.

Cody Garbrandt

A former UFC bantamweight champion looking to get back on track after a recent string of losses.

Xiao Long

A rising Chinese bantamweight prospect making his UFC debut against Garbrandt.

Reinier de Ridder

A former two-division ONE Championship titleholder making his return to the UFC middleweight division.

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What they’re saying

“I think that Garbrandt is the more well-rounded fighter and should be able to win this if he doesn't get caught up in a firefight with Xiao, but 'No Love' has struggled with turning down those sorts of opportunities in the past.”

— Drew Beaupré, MMA KO Analyst

“Brundage is making a quick turnaround here after being stopped by Cam Rowston at UFC 325, and he's unfortunately facing an undefeated finisher that should be brimming with confidence after his successful UFC debut.”

— Drew Beaupré, MMA KO Analyst

What’s next

The main card of UFC 326, including the highly anticipated rematch between Holloway and Oliveira, will take place later on Saturday night.

The takeaway

The UFC 326 prelims feature a mix of established veterans and rising prospects, setting the stage for an exciting night of fights that could have major implications for the future of several weight classes in the promotion.