The showdown in the flyweight division between American fighter Brandon Royval and Japan's Tatsuro Taira is set to take place on October 12 in Las Vegas, headlining UFC Vegas 98.
The 31-year-old Brandon Royval last fought in February 2024 at UFC Fight Night 237, where he won against Brandon Moreno by unanimous decision. He boasts a record of 16 wins and seven losses.
24-year-old Tatsuro Taira last stepped into the octagon in June 2024 at UFC on ESPN 58, defeating Alex Perez by technical knockout in the second round. He holds a record of 16 wins with no losses.