Jacobe Smith to fight Randy Brown at UFC Vegas 123 on October 31
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:34 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Jacobe Smith will face Randy Brown at UFC Vegas 123 in Las Vegas on October 31. Smith, undefeated in his career, secured a victory against Bruce Whitehead earlier this month. Brown was seeking a new opponent after Carlos Leal withdrew due to injury. This matchup will mark Smith's toughest challenge to date as he looks to continue his winning streak.
- •Jacobe Smith previously defeated Bruce Whitehead on October 3.
- •Randy Brown lost his last two fights.
- •Carlos Leal pulled out of the fight due to injury.
- •UFC Vegas 123 will take place in Las Vegas.
- •The fight will help shape the welterweight division.
- 5:34 AMYahoo Sports — Jacobe Smith Accepts Short Notice Fight for UFC Vegas 123
"After a quick win earlier this month against Bruce Whitehead, Jacobe Smith already has his next fight booked. The undefeated welterweight takes on Randy Brown at UFC Vegas 123 in Las Vegas on October 31st. Brown was without an opponent after Carlos Leal pulled out due to an injury. Multiple sources have confirmed the fight […] The post Jacobe Smith Accepts Short Notice Fight for UFC Vegas 123 appeared first on HEAVY.
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