UFC Fight Night 263: Isaac Dulgarian vs Yadier del Valle Preview & Prediction
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The main card continues in the featherweight division with an intriguing matchup between two rising prospects, as powerful wrestler Isaac Dulgarian takes on undefeated Cuban grappler Yadier Del Valle at UFC Fight Night 263.
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Where is UFC Fight Night 263: Garcia vs Onama? UFC Apex, Enterprise, USA
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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)
Isaac Dulgarian: The Midwest Choppa bringing explosive power
Isaac Dulgarian (7-1) enters this bout looking to bounce back and reassert himself as one of the more dangerous prospects at 145lbs. The Factory X product is known for his incredible athleticism and sheer explosiveness, often overwhelming opponents with his pace and physicality. With a background in collegiate wrestling, Dulgarian transitions seamlessly between striking and takedowns, using relentless pressure to break his foes.
While his power and aggression make him a constant threat, Dulgarian does give up some size in the featherweight division. At times, his smaller frame can work against him in scrambles or prolonged grappling exchanges, particularly against longer opponents. Still, when he finds top position, his ground-and-pound is vicious and fight-ending.
Yadier Del Valle: The Cuban Problem looking to stay unbeaten
Yadier Del Valle (9-0) has quietly built an impressive résumé since turning professional, maintaining a perfect record and emerging as one of the brightest Cuban talents in the sport. Training out of Gracie Barra Westchase, Del Valle’s game is built around heavy grappling pressure and positional control. He’s strong in transitions, fluid on the mat, and doesn’t just wrestle to hold—he wrestles to damage and dominate.
Although he’s not the biggest knockout threat, Del Valle’s ability to chain submissions and maintain composure in high-pressure moments makes him a difficult puzzle to solve. His undefeated streak is a testament to his discipline and tactical approach, and he’s looked more polished with each appearance.
Isaac Dulgarian vs Yadier Del Valle prediction
This matchup feels very evenly matched on paper, with both fighters relying heavily on their wrestling and ground control. Dulgarian will likely look to explode early and impose his power, while Del Valle’s consistency and composure could pay dividends as the fight progresses.
Both men are skilled grapplers, but Del Valle has looked sharper and more measured lately. His control, pace, and ability to neutralize chaos should allow him to edge out a close contest. Eather way, I expect this fight to go to the scorecards.
Prediction: Fight to go the distance
