UFC on ESPN 71 – Danny Silva vs Kevin Vallejos – Full Fight Replay Available Today

Energy was high as Danny Silva and Kevin Vallejos opened the main card of UFC on ESPN 71 on August 2, 2025, in Las Vegas. Both featherweights carried reputations for bringing action, with Silva favoring aggressive pressure and Vallejos known for his sharp, technical striking.

From the outset, Silva tried to set a blistering pace. He marched forward with punches in bunches, hoping to disrupt Vallejos early. Vallejos, however, handled the pressure calmly, using his footwork to keep space and landing well-placed counters and low kicks that began to slow Silva’s forward march.

The momentum began to turn in the second round as Vallejos settled into a rhythm. He started targeting Silva’s body with combinations, making each exchange more difficult for his opponent. Silva’s attempts to tie him up or change levels didn’t produce much success, and Vallejos’s accuracy began to take over the action.

In the third round, Vallejos looked completely in control. His jab snapped Silva’s head back several times, and he continued to avoid takedown attempts while landing the cleaner strikes. Silva never stopped coming forward, but the Argentine fighter’s timing and defense made the difference as the fight wore on.

When the scorecards were read, all three judges sided with Kevin Vallejos by unanimous decision, with scores of 30–27, 30–27, and 29–28. Vallejos improved his record to 16–1, showcasing patience and precision, while Silva earned respect for his pace and toughness in an entertaining opener to the night.