UFC Fight Night Prelims Wrap Up in Houston

Highlights, results, and post-fight interviews from the preliminary card of UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Hernandez

Feb. 21, 2026 at 10:00pm

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UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Hernandez took place on Saturday, February 21 in Houston, Texas. The preliminary card kicked off the event, with fights starting at 5pm ET/2pm PT. This page will be updated live throughout the prelims with official results, highlights, and backstage interviews with the winning fighters.

Why it matters

The prelims often feature up-and-coming fighters looking to make a name for themselves on the UFC's biggest stages. The results and performances from these early fights can set the tone for the rest of the event and impact rankings, future matchmaking, and the trajectories of the fighters' careers.

The details

The UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Hernandez preliminary card featured several exciting matchups, including a lightweight bout between Jalin Turner and Jamie Mullarkey, a women's strawweight fight between Lupita Godinez and Cory McKenna, and a featherweight clash between Austin Lingo and David Onama.

  • The prelims started at 5pm ET/2pm PT on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
  • The main card for UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Hernandez followed the prelims, starting at 8pm ET/5pm PT.

The players

Jalin Turner

A lightweight fighter competing on the preliminary card.

Jamie Mullarkey

A lightweight fighter competing against Jalin Turner on the preliminary card.

Lupita Godinez

A women's strawweight fighter competing on the preliminary card.

Cory McKenna

A women's strawweight fighter competing against Lupita Godinez on the preliminary card.

Austin Lingo

A featherweight fighter competing on the preliminary card.

David Onama

A featherweight fighter competing against Austin Lingo on the preliminary card.

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What they’re saying

“I'm just happy to get the win and put on a good show for the fans here in Houston.”

— Jalin Turner, Lightweight Fighter (ufc.com)

“It was a tough fight, but I'm glad I was able to come out on top. I'm looking forward to seeing what's next for me in the UFC.”

— Lupita Godinez, Women's Strawweight Fighter (ufc.com)

What’s next

The winners from the preliminary card will look to carry their momentum into the main card fights later in the evening.

The takeaway

The UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Hernandez prelims showcased the depth of talent in the promotion, with several up-and-coming fighters looking to make a statement and take the next step in their careers.