Neil Magny Looks to Halt Losing Skid Against Elizeu Zaleski at UFC Vegas 108

Veteran welterweight contender Neil Magny is set to make his return to the UFC octagon when he squares off against Brazil’s Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos at UFC Vegas 108 on August 2. The fight will take place at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas and has been confirmed by multiple sources familiar with the bout. The event have a flyweight main event featuring Amir Albazi vs. Tatsuro Taira.

Magny, often referred to by his nickname “The Haitian Sensation,” brings one of the most extensive resumes in the welterweight division. With a professional record of 29-13, Magny holds the most wins in UFC welterweight history — an achievement that cements his status as one of the division’s most consistent and enduring fighters. However, he enters this matchup riding a two-fight losing streak, having recently suffered defeats at the hands of promising prospects Michael Morales and Carlos Prates.

The 37-year-old was originally scheduled to compete at UFC 318 in a matchup against Gunnar Nelson, but that fight was scrapped from the July 19 card. Now, with his return rescheduled for August 2 — just one day before his 38th birthday — Magny has an opportunity to get back in the win column and reaffirm his relevance in the stacked welterweight division. Over the years, he has earned notable victories against a trio of former UFC champions: Robbie Lawler, Carlos Condit, and Johny Hendricks, showcasing his versatility and ability to compete against elite talent.

Across the cage from him will be Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos (25-9-1), known by fans as "Capoeira" for his dynamic striking and acrobatic flair. Zaleski aims to bounce back from a second-round TKO loss to Chidi Njokuani in March 2025. That defeat halted any momentum he had been building after a previous win over Zach Scroggin, who stepped in on short notice. Before that, Zaleski had racked up back-to-back victories against Benoit Saint-Denis and Abubakar Nurmagomedov, though a majority draw with Rinat Fakhretdinov slightly derailed his run.

Zaleski’s recent record of 1-2-1 over his last four outings reflects the high-risk, high-reward nature of his fighting style. Nevertheless, he remains a dangerous opponent, especially if he can bring the unorthodox flair that helped him ascend through the UFC ranks.

The matchup pits Magny’s durability, grappling, and cardio against Zaleski’s explosive striking and finishing ability, setting the stage for a compelling stylistic clash. Both fighters have a lot at stake — for Magny, it’s a chance to prove he still belongs in the division’s upper echelon despite recent setbacks; for Zaleski, it’s an opportunity to rebound and regain momentum in a competitive welterweight field.

With the card featuring a mix of rising prospects and seasoned contenders, UFC Vegas 108 is shaping up to be a crucial night for the fighters looking to define their futures inside the octagon.