TLDR
- Andre Fili knocked out Kai Kamaka III with a head kick at UFC Vegas 122 on October 10, 2026
- The knockout victory ended Fili’s two-fight losing streak and was his first UFC win since April 2025
- Fili’s UFC record improved to 14-13 with one no-contest, moving back above .500
- Kamaka suffered his second consecutive knockout loss, dropping to 1-2 in his second UFC run
- UFC fighters praised both the technical knockout and Fili’s sportsmanship after the fight
Sources: mmafighting.com
Andre Fili knocked out Kai Kamaka III with a head kick in the second round at UFC Vegas 122 on Saturday night. The knockout happened during a main card featherweight bout at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
The finish came after an entertaining first round between the two veteran fighters. Fili landed a clean head kick that knocked Kamaka unconscious, bringing the crowd at the APEX facility to its feet.
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The victory ended a difficult stretch for Fili, who had lost his previous two fights. His last UFC win came in April 2025 when he defeated Christian Rodriguez by split decision.
Fili Returns to Winning Form
Fili’s record in the UFC now stands at 14-13 with one no-contest. The win pushed his overall UFC record back above .500 for the first time since early 2025.
The 34-year-old fighter showed his striking skills were still sharp against Kamaka. After testing the distance in the opening round, Fili found his timing and delivered the fight-ending blow.
Kamaka returned to the UFC earlier this year after fighting outside the promotion. His second stint with the organization has been challenging, with a record of 1-2.
The Hawaiian fighter has now suffered back-to-back stoppage losses. He was unable to recover from the head kick and required medical attention inside the octagon.
Fellow Fighters Praise the Knockout
UFC fighters watching the event took to social media to react to the knockout. Many praised Fili for the technical execution of the head kick.
Several fighters called the knockout one of the best finishes of the night. The strike landed flush on Kamaka’s head, leaving no doubt about the outcome.
Fili showed sportsmanship immediately after the knockout, checking on his opponent. Fighters on social media praised his conduct, with some calling it a “classy move.”
The featherweight division remains one of the most competitive in the UFC. Both Fili and Kamaka have spent years fighting top competition in the 145-pound weight class.
Fili has been with the UFC since 2013, making him one of the longest-tenured fighters on the roster. His experience showed in how he set up and executed the knockout.
The victory could give Fili momentum heading into his next fight. At 14-13, he has proven he can still compete at the highest level despite the ups and downs of his career.
Kamaka will need to regroup after suffering his second straight knockout loss. The 32-year-old has shown talent in the past but needs to find consistency.
The UFC Vegas 122 event took place on October 10, 2026. The fight card featured multiple featherweight matchups throughout the evening.
Fili’s knockout was one of several finishes on the night at the Meta APEX facility. The venue has hosted numerous UFC Fight Night events since 2020.
