UFC Fight Night 274: Sterling vs. Zalal Fight Card, Date, Start Time, Location, How To Watch

This is a high-stakes featherweight clash with title implications. Former bantamweight champion Aljamain “Funk Master” Sterling (currently ranked #5) moves up to 145 lbs looking to prove he’s still elite after a decorated career. The 36-year-old veteran is a grappling specialist with elite wrestling and submission skills.

Facing him is surging contender Youssef “The Moroccan Devil” Zalal (#7 ranked), a much younger and taller fighter at 5’10” with momentum on his side. Zalal is known for his well-rounded game, strong grappling, and finishing ability. This fight is widely seen as a potential eliminator for the next featherweight title shot.Key Storylines: Experience vs. youth and momentum. Sterling’s championship pedigree against Zalal’s current winning streak.

When Is UFC Fight Night 274: Sterling vs. Zalal?

UFC Fight Night 274 takes place on Saturday, April 19, 2026.

Prelims: 5:00 p.m. ET

Main Card: 8:00 p.m. ET

Where Is UFC Fight Night 274: Sterling vs. Zalal?

The event will be held at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada.

How To Watch UFC Fight Night 274: Sterling vs. Zalal?

Broadcast: Paramount+ (live in the United States)

Main Card: Starts at 8:00 p.m. ET

Prelims: Starts at 5:00 p.m. ET

The entire card will stream exclusively on Paramount+.

UFC Fight Night 274: Sterling vs. Zalal Main Card

Featherweight: Aljamain Sterling (25-5-0) vs Youssef Zalal (18-5-1)

Middleweight: Eric McConico (10-4-1) vs Rodolfo Vieira (11-4-0)

Bantamweight: Raoni Barcelos (21-5-0) vs Montel Jackson (15-3-0)

Bantamweight: Norma Dumont (12-2-0) vs Joselyne Edwards (17-6-0)

Lightweight: Rafa Garcia (18-4-0) vs Alexander Hernandez (18-8-0)

UFC Fight Night 274: Sterling vs. Zalal Prelims

Flyweight: Jafel Filho (17-4-0) vs Lucas Rocha (18-2-0)

Women’s Bantamweight/Featherweight: Michelle Montague (5-0-0) vs Mayra Bueno Silva (10-6-1)

Middleweight: Sedriques Dumas (10-4-0) vs Jackson McVey (6-2-0)

Bantamweight: Davey Grant (14-9-0) vs Adrian Luna Martinetti (13-1-0)

Women’s Strawweight: Talita Alencar (7-1-1) vs Julia Polastri (14-5-0)

Heavyweight: Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida (5-2-0) vs Ryan Spann (23-11-0)

Welterweight: Max Griffin (20-12-0) vs Victor Valenzuela (12-4-0)