Borralho Looks to Rebound Against De Ridder at UFC 326

Two top-10 middleweights clash in the co-main event in Las Vegas.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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This Saturday at UFC 326 in Las Vegas, No. 7 ranked middleweight Caio Borralho takes on No. 8 Reinier de Ridder in the co-main event. Both fighters are looking to bounce back from recent losses and re-establish themselves as contenders in the 185-pound division.

Why it matters

With champion Khamzat Chimaev awaiting his next title defense, the winner of this fight could position themselves for a potential championship opportunity down the line. Both Borralho and de Ridder have shown championship potential, making this a crucial matchup in the middleweight landscape.

The details

Borralho (17-2, 7-1 UFC) suffered his first UFC loss against Nassourdine Imavov, ending a 17-fight unbeaten streak. De Ridder (21-3, 4-1 UFC) also experienced his first UFC defeat, a TKO loss to Brendan Allen. Both fighters will look to rebound with a strong performance in this grappling-heavy matchup.

  • UFC 326 takes place this Saturday, March 11, 2026 in Las Vegas.
  • The Borralho vs. de Ridder fight is expected to start around 10:45 p.m. ET.

The players

Caio Borralho

A No. 7 ranked middleweight in the UFC with a 17-2 professional record, including a 7-1 mark in the promotion. Borralho is part of the 'Fighting Nerds' collective of Brazilian fighters.

Reinier de Ridder

A No. 8 ranked middleweight in the UFC with a 21-3 professional record, including a 4-1 record in the promotion. De Ridder is a two-division champion in ONE Championship known for his grappling prowess.

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What they’re saying

“This is a crucial fight for both of us to get back on track and prove our championship potential.”

— Caio Borralho (newsy-today.com)

“I'm eager to show my full skillset and get a big win over a top-10 opponent like Borralho.”

— Reinier de Ridder (newsy-today.com)

What’s next

The winner of this fight could potentially earn a title shot against middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev, depending on the champion's next defense.

The takeaway

This co-main event matchup between two rising middleweights promises an exciting grappling battle with the potential for a striking war. The winner will take a significant step towards title contention in the 185-pound division.