For Emmett, this was his first fight since December 2023 when he knocked Bryce Mitchell out cold. Emmett was looking to win his second in a row and start another run towards the featherweight title. While Emmett made the walk at 40 on Saturday night, he still believes he has it in him to become a world champion.

Lerone Murphy maintained his undefeated streak by easily defeating Josh Emmett in their bout establishing his status beyond being an expendable contender.

Murphy improved to 16-0-1, keeping his undefeated record intact. Emmett (19-5) has lost three of his last four fights. Murphy (No. 10) will likely move up the UFC's official featherweight rankings on Monday at Emmett's (No. 8) expense.