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Lerone Murphy and Josh Emmett Set for Featherweight Title Eliminator at UFC Fight Night

The undefeated Murphy and knockout artist Emmett face off in a pivotal clash at the UFC Apex, with the winner likely to challenge for the featherweight crown.

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Overview

  • Lerone Murphy (15-0-1) will headline UFC Fight Night on April 5, 2025, against Josh Emmett (19-4-0) in Las Vegas, a fight widely seen as a potential title eliminator.
  • Murphy, a 33-year-old rising star from Manchester, enters the bout undefeated and coming off notable wins over Edson Barboza and Dan Ige in 2024.
  • Josh Emmett, 40, returns from a 15-month layoff after a first-round knockout of Bryce Mitchell in December 2023, showcasing his renowned punching power.
  • The fight will take place in the smaller Octagon at the UFC Apex, which could favor Emmett's close-range, power-heavy style over Murphy's movement and versatility.
  • The winner is expected to challenge the victor of UFC 314's featherweight title fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes, with Murphy expressing hopes for a UK-based title shot if victorious.