Inka 53: Navarro vs. Alcino is a mixed martial arts event promoted by Inka FC to take place on January 28, 2026 at the Centro de Convenciones Zentro, Lima, Peru.
Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Bantamweight Kevin Navarro vs. Maycon Alcino 135 lbs Bantamweight Championship
Flyweight Neyver Melendres vs. Henry Miranda 125 lbs
Flyweight Jhonatan Cieza vs. Sebastian Noriega 125 lbs
Flyweight Enrique Braulio Coral vs. Diego Vela 125 lbs
Featherweight Fernando Cuchani vs. Steven Fernandez 145 lbs
Featherweight Cristian Espinoza vs. Diego Martinez 145 lbs
Featherweight Luis Mendoza Cueto vs. Fabian Sobrino 145 lbs
Welterweight Daniel Valderrama vs. Leyker Gonzales 170 lbs
Preliminary Card
Flyweight Andy Gonzales vs. Aquiles Curichimba 125 lbs
Bantamweight Jeanpierre Cordova vs. Jose Becerra 135 lbs
Background
Lima Lockdown: The Unbeaten Phenom and a Brazilian Storm Collide at Inka 53!
Inka Fighting Championship, the historic heartbeat of Peruvian mixed martial arts, returns to the Centro de Convenciones Zentro in Lima for a high-stakes night of combat that could alter the trajectory of South American MMA. On January 28, 2026, Inka 53: Navarro vs. Alcino takes center stage, headlined by an international championship battle and a card teeming with the region's most explosive flyweight and featherweight talent. As the local faithful gather in the capital, the air is thick with the anticipation of seeing whether their homegrown superstar can maintain his flawless record against his most dangerous adversary to date.
Main Event: The "El Nene" Legacy vs. Brazilian Grit
The headline attraction is a monumental clash for the Bantamweight Championship (135 lbs) as Peru’s own undefeated sensation, Kevin "El Nene" Navarro, faces the battle-hardened Brazilian veteran Maycon Alcino. Navarro enters the cage with a pristine 11-0-0 record and the heavy momentum of a prospect destined for the world stage. Known for his devastating finishing instinct and high-level grappling out of the Pitbull Martial Arts Center, Navarro has steamrolled through the regional circuit.
He meets a legitimate threat in Alcino, a representative of the legendary Chute Boxe Monstro camp in Curitiba. With nearly 25 professional fights and a reputation for technical violence, Alcino brings the kind of veteran savvy that has derailed many "can't-miss" prospects before. This five-round championship war pits Navarro's youthful ambition and finishing prowess against the tactical experience and iron-willed durability of a Brazilian warrior, with the winner likely securing a ticket to the major international leagues.
Flyweight Frenzy: The Speed of the Andes
The main card features a triple-threat of flyweight encounters that promise to push a relentless pace. In a pivotal Flyweight (125 lbs) co-feature, the rising Neyver Melendres meets the dangerous Henry Miranda in a battle that will determine the next contender in the division’s hierarchy. The speed and technicality continue as Jhonatan Cieza takes on Sebastian Noriega, while the preliminary-turned-main-card showcase between Enrique Braulio Coral and Diego Vela adds even more depth to the 125-pound ranks. Each of these bouts serves as a reminder of Peru's incredible depth in the lighter weight classes, where technical precision meets high-altitude cardio.
Featherweight Firefights and Welterweight Power
The action remains at a fever pitch with a trio of Featherweight (145 lbs) clashes designed to deliver highlight-reel moments. Fernando Cuchani tests his skills against the debuting Steven Fernandez, while the technical Cristian Espinoza faces the tough Diego Martinez. Additionally, Luis Mendoza Cueto meets Fabian Sobrino in a battle of prospects looking to break into the top tier of the 145-pound division. For fans of the heavy hitters, the Welterweight (170 lbs) contest between Daniel Valderrama and Leyker Gonzales offers a clash of raw power and grit, ensuring that the judges will have their work cut out for them throughout the evening.
A Night of Regional Supremacy
From the high-energy bantamweight opener between Jeanpierre Cordova and Jose Becerra to the main event championship finale, Inka 53 is a testament to the growth and ferocity of the Peruvian MMA scene. The Centro de Convenciones Zentro will provide an intimate, pressure-cooker environment for these warriors to display their heart and skill. As the organization continues to serve as a launchpad for South American talent, this event stands as a pivotal chapter in the quest for regional dominance and global recognition.
