DARREN ELKINS

Hailing from the United States, Darren Elkins developed his skills while training at Duneland Vale Tudo and Team Alpha Male. The orthodox fighter carved out a long career as a featherweight within the UFC. Known for his background in collegiate wrestling, he established a reputation for high-volume grappling and remarkable durability during his time in the organization. Throughout his tenure, he secured notable victories against opponents including Michael Johnson, Mirsad Bektic, and Daniel Pineda. His consistency made him a familiar presence within the featherweight division rankings.

Entering the event with a professional record of 29-13-0, Elkins seeks to regain momentum. His most recent appearance resulted in a technical knockout loss against Yadier del Valle in August 2026. Before that, he fell to Julian Erosa via strikes. He previously earned a unanimous decision win over Daniel Pineda in late 2024, which followed a submission victory against T.J. Brown. His prior performance before that winning streak ended in a unanimous decision defeat to Jonathan Pearce.