Chase Hooper added to UFC 335 lightweight lineup against Chris Padilla
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 1:50 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Chase Hooper will fight Chris Padilla at UFC 335, scheduled for December 12 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Hooper, who comes off a submission victory over Mitch Ramirez, aims to build momentum after ending a two-fight losing streak. Padilla is currently on a nine-fight unbeaten streak, with five wins under UFC. The upcoming event will feature a title fight between Charles Oliveira and Diego Lopes.
- •UFC 335 takes place on December 12, 2026
- •Hooper is 17-5-1, last won in July
- •Padilla is 18-6-1, unbeaten in nine fights
- •Event includes Oliveira vs. Lopes for 'BMF' title
- •Both fighters look to improve rankings ahead of 2027
- 1:50 PMYahoo Sports — UFC 335 continues to fill with lightweight addition
"UFC 335 marks the end of the promotion's 2026 schedule.
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