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UFC Vegas 122: Otari Tanzilovi scores highlight-reel knockout of Malcolm Wellmaker

October 11, 2026

Otari Tanzilovi (10-2, 0-1 UFC) delivered a stunning highlight-reel knockout to end his bantamweight bout against Malcolm Wellmaker at UFC Vegas 122. The fight, part of the main card, showcased Tanzilovi’s explosive striking as he finished Wellmaker in dramatic fashion, marking a significant win for the rising prospect.

Earlier in the event, Alice Pereira continued her knockout streak with a bloody TKO over Darya Zheleznyakova, while Francisco Prado snapped a four-fight losing skid with a dominant TKO victory over Ismael Bonfim. The card also featured Allen Frye Jr.’s first-round knockout of RJ Harris, adding to the night’s high-energy performances at Meta Apex in Las Vegas.

Wellmaker, who has cited his recent UFC losses as a catalyst for improvement, faced Tanzilovi in a highly anticipated matchup. The bout underscored Tanzilovi’s growing reputation as a finisher, while Pereira’s aggressive style and Prado’s resurgence highlighted the depth of talent across the UFC’s bantamweight and featherweight divisions.

With multiple standout performances, UFC Vegas 122 delivered a night of action-packed fights, reinforcing the promotion’s status as a hub for elite mixed martial arts competition.