Manel Kape was scheduled to face Brandon Royval in the UFC Vegas 103 main event, a match with significant title implications. Due to Royval's injury, Kape now faces #8 ranked Asu Almabayev instead. A decisive victory may still lead to a title shot against champion Alexandre Pantoja, though the stakes have diminished. The event continues despite two fight cancellations, maintaining a 10-fight card, with several matchups drawing attention. Writers are generally favoring Kape for his matchup, alongside other expected outcomes for the evening.
The opportunity for Kape to fight for the title could arise if he defeats Almabayev decisively, despite the latter being ranked #8.
Originally set to face the #1 ranked Brandon Royval, Kape's matchup with Almabayev presents a less significant chance for a title shot.
The main event of UFC Vegas 103 has Kape facing Almabayev, a fight that is key but not as impactful as Kape's original opponent.
This event faced cancellations during weigh-ins but proceeded with a 10-fight card featuring interesting matchups among top talents in the flyweight division.
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