Brazilian heavyweight Johnny Walker secured a knockout victory over Waldo Cortes Acosta of the Dominican Republic at UFC Fight Night on November 7, 2026, at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The finish marked a successful heavyweight debut for Walker, who moved up from light heavyweight. The event, UFC Vegas 124, took place on Saturday night with Walker's performance earning praise for his power and composure in the new division.
Andrew Richardson of SB Nation reported on the fight, noting Walker's reaction after the stoppage as a sign of his comfort at heavyweight.
