UFC Fight Night 263: Billy Elekana vs Kevin Christian Preview & Prediction
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Billy Elekana looks to make experience count against Kevin Christian in light heavyweight showdown at UFC Fight Night 263.
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Where is UFC Fight Night 263: Garcia vs Onama? UFC Apex, Enterprise, USA
Where can I get tickets for UFC Fight Night 263: Garcia vs Onama? Click here for the latest ticket information for UFC Fight Night 263
What TV channel is UFC Fight Night 263: Garcia vs Onama on? UK – TNT Sports / USA – ESPN+
Where can I stream UFC Fight Night 263: Garcia vs Onama? UK – TNT Sports subscribers can stream the event online via the TNT Sports website and discovery+ / USA – ESPN+ & UFC Fight Pass
UFC Fight Night 263: Garcia vs Onama main card
Steve Garcia vs David Onama (Featherweight)
Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Ante Delija (Heavyweight)
Jeremiah Wells vs Themba Gorimbo (Welterweight)
Isaac Dulgarian vs Yadier del Valle (Featherweight)
Charles Radtke vs Daniel Frunza (Welterweight)
Allan Nascimento vs Cody Durden (Flyweight)
UFC Fight Night 263: Garcia vs Onama prelims
Billy Elekana vs Kevin Christian (Light Heavyweight)
Timothy Cuamba vs Lee Chang-ho (Bantamweight)
Donte Johnson vs Sedriques Dumas (Middleweight)
Ketlen Vieira vs Norma Dumont (Women’s Bantamweight)
Alice Ardelean vs Montserrat Ruiz (Women’s Strawweight)
Philip Rowe vs Ko Seok-hyun (Welterweight)
Talita Alencar vs Ariane Carnelossi (Women’s Strawweight)
Billy Elekana: Seeking momentum on the big stage
Billy Elekana (8-2) returns to the Octagon looking to build on the momentum of his recent victory over Ibo Aslan. The 30-year-old Californian has shown flashes of promise since joining the UFC, mixing solid striking with a composed, methodical approach. A product of Uprising MMA, Elekana is a measured fighter who prefers to operate behind his jab, maintaining distance and using his timing to counter effectively. While not the most aggressive finisher, he’s proven to be durable and well-rounded, able to win rounds through steady output and octagon control.
His biggest hurdle, however, has been volume and urgency — Elekana can at times let fights slip away by not pressing the action enough. That said, against less active opponents, his fundamentals and experience under UFC lights tend to shine through.
Kevin Christian: Towering Brazilian debutant returns from long layoff
Standing at 6'7", Kevin Christian (9-2) is a towering figure in the light heavyweight division and makes his long-awaited UFC debut after earning his contract on Dana White’s Contender Series in 2024. The 30-year-old Brazilian has an all-finishes record, with a balanced mix of knockouts and submissions, reflecting his versatility and danger across all areas.
However, Christian hasn’t fought since September 2024 and comes into this bout after a year-long layoff, which could pose questions about ring rust and cardio. His length and frame make him an awkward puzzle to solve, and he’s capable of snatching quick submissions in scrambles, but his striking is still somewhat raw and his output inconsistent. Against a more composed striker like Elekana, that lack of activity could prove costly.
Billy Elekana vs Kevin Christian prediction
This isn’t the most high-level matchup by UFC standards, but it’s an interesting test of composure and experience versus reach and finishing potential. Christian’s height and physicality make him dangerous early, yet his inactivity and year-long absence are red flags. Elekana, on the other hand, has proven capable of maintaining control in slower-paced bouts and managing the tempo well.
Expect Elekana to use his sharper striking and cage experience to stay composed, avoid early danger, and pick Christian apart over three rounds.
Prediction: Billy Elekana to win
