The final UFC event of 2025 will be one bout lighter following the unexpected withdrawal of Amanda Lemos just hours before the UFC Fight Night card, which is set to feature a main event between top-ranked flyweight contenders Brandon Royval and Manel Kape. This event comes on the heels of UFC 323, which marked the last pay-per-view under the promotion’s longstanding partnership with ESPN.
Lemos was scheduled to face Gillian Robertson in a highly anticipated strawweight matchup that could have made a significant impact on the division rankings. Robertson, currently ranked #10, confirmed Lemos’ withdrawal via social media, expressing disappointment at the situation as she aimed to elevate her standings with a win over the #5-ranked Lemos.
Robertson has shown impressive form in recent fights, marking a resurgence in her career after joining the UFC in 2017. Following a second-round TKO victory over Polyana Viana at UFC 297, she has celebrated four consecutive wins, including a notable stoppage against Marina Rodriguez in May.
Lemos, who was looking to close out the year on a high note, has had a mixed run in her UFC tenure since her debut in 2017. After a rocky start, she rebounded with five victories, three via finish, and competed fiercely against Weili Zhang in a strawweight title bout at UFC 292. However, her recent fight against Tatiana Suarez resulted in a decision loss, marking a challenging phase for the fighter.
With the cancellation of Lemos vs. Robertson, UFC Vegas 112 will now proceed with 12 fights as the organization looks to conclude 2025 with a compelling fight card. The card features an array of bouts, including matchups such as Giga Chikadze facing Kevin Vallejos and Kennedy Nzechukwu squaring off against Marcus Buchecha.
Despite the unfortunate withdrawal, the event promises action and highlights as UFC fans gear up to close the year on an exciting note. Keep an eye on MMAKnockout for comprehensive coverage and updates on all the action in the world of UFC and MMA.