Matheus Camilo prepares for lightweight fight against Jai Herbert at UFC Vegas 122
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Matheus Camilo is set to face Jai Herbert in a lightweight bout on October 10 at UFC Fight Night 290 in Las Vegas. Camilo, who has a record of 11-3 MMA and 2-1 UFC, is coming off a knockout victory over Nazim Sadykhov in June. Herbert, with a record of 14-6-1 MMA and 4-5-1 UFC, is aiming for his first consecutive UFC wins. Despite Herbert's experience in the Octagon, Camilo believes he can capitalize on areas where Herbert struggles, emphasizing the respect he holds for him as a seasoned fighter. Both fighters will look to make a statement in what is an important match for their careers.
- •Camilo has a record of 11-3 MMA, 2-1 UFC.
- •Herbert holds a record of 14-6-1 MMA, 4-5-1 UFC.
- •The bout is scheduled for October 10 in Las Vegas.
- •Camilo recently won by knockout in June.
- •Herbert aims for his first back-to-back wins in the UFC.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Matheus Camilo plans to respect Jai Herbert's experience at UFC Vegas 122
"Jai Herbert has been around the UFC for a minute, and Matheus Camilo said he respects that. But that won't stop him from showing his own upside.
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