Overview
- Official result: Bonfim defeated Brown by knockout via knee at 1:40 of Round 2 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.
- Referee Mark Smith’s stoppage drew mixed reactions as Brown protested, with some observers noting replay suggested he was out before hitting the canvas.
- Bonfim earned a Performance of the Night bonus for the victory, extending his win streak to four.
- In his Octagon interview he called out Colby Covington, while UFC analyst Anthony Smith floated Gilbert Burns as a more realistic next opponent.
- Bonfim reported a right‑foot issue and said he expects about 30 days of rest, after a bout in which he landed 19 damaging leg kicks in the first round.