Brendan Allen faces Christian Leroy Duncan at UFC Vegas 122
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Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Brendan Allen and Christian Leroy Duncan headline UFC Vegas 122 in a middleweight bout at the Meta Apex on October 14. The matchup is significant for both fighters as a win could propel them toward a title shot in the 185-pound division. Allen has previously faced setbacks, losing two consecutive fights before restarting his winning streak. Duncan, meanwhile, aims to maintain momentum after a five-fight win streak. Compelling narratives surround the fighters, with contrasting career trajectories fueling interest leading into the event.
- •UFC Vegas 122 takes place on October 14 at Meta Apex.
- •Brendan Allen is on a recent winning streak post setbacks.
- •Christian Leroy Duncan seeks to extend his five-fight win streak.
- •A victory for either could lead to a title fight opportunity.
- •Allen has a strategy focused on adjusting to opponents.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Brendan Allen vs. Christian Leroy Duncan prediction, pick: Who wins key middleweight clash?
- 6:37 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Vegas 122 preview and predictions: Brendan Allen vs. Christian Leroy Duncan — who wins?
"Will Brendan Allen or Christian Leroy Duncan assert himself as a true contender in the middleweight division at UFC Fight Night 290?
"UFC Vegas 122 puts the focus on the middleweight division, as Brendan Allen welcomes Christian Leroy Duncan to the main-event scene.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 7:30 PMBrendan Allen vs. Christian Leroy Duncan prediction, pick: Who wins key middleweight clash?
Will Brendan Allen or Christian Leroy Duncan assert himself as a true contender in the middleweight division at UFC Fight Night 290?
- Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 6:37 PMUFC Vegas 122 preview and predictions: Brendan Allen vs. Christian Leroy Duncan — who wins?
UFC Vegas 122 puts the focus on the middleweight division, as Brendan Allen welcomes Christian Leroy Duncan to the main-event scene.
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