Inka 55: Chavez vs. Neves (also known as Night of Prospects) is a mixed martial arts event promoted by Inka FC to take place on April 1, 2026 at the Centro de Convenciones Zentro, Lima, Peru.
Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Flyweight Alexander Chavez vs. Francisco Neves 125 lbs
Flyweight Neyver Melendres vs. Rodrigo de Moura 125 lbs
Bantamweight Adriano Castro vs. Felipe Molina 135 lbs
Flyweight Jhonatan Cieza vs. Enrique Coral 125 lbs
Lightweight Fredy Cordero vs. Jhair Paz 155 lbs
Featherweight Diego Martinez vs. Kevin Guerrero 145 lbs
Preliminary Card
Lightweight Diego Alvarado vs. Jhoandri Toribio 155 lbs Amateur
Flyweight Omar Bejarano vs. Leandro Torres 125 lbs Amateur
Background
Night of Prospects: The Future of Peruvian Power at Inka 55!
The high-altitude energy of Lima is set to reach a fever pitch as Inka FC returns to the Centro de Convenciones Zentro for a showcase of the continent’s most explosive rising stars. On April 1, 2026, Inka 55: Night of Prospects delivers a card defined by the lightning-fast speed of the flyweight division and the relentless hunger of athletes looking to transition from local heroes to international contenders. In a city that has become a mandatory stop for South American talent, this event serves as a definitive sorting hat for the next generation.
The Main Event: A Continental Clash at 125 Pounds
At the summit of the card, a premier flyweight encounter pits the technical brilliance of Alexander Chavez against the dangerous Brazilian specialist Francisco Neves. Chavez has become a focal point of the Peruvian MMA scene, known for his creative striking and a "never-back-down" grit that has seen him thrive in the face of adversity. Fighting in front of his home Lima crowd, he looks to solidify his position as the most dangerous 125-pounder in the promotion.
In Francisco Neves, however, he faces a battle-hardened adversary representing the elite grappling schools of Brazil. Neves brings a sophisticated submission game and the kind of tactical composure that has silenced home crowds across South America. This is a quintessential "clash of styles" where the winner won't just walk away with a victory, they will establish themselves as a mandatory name for the global organizations watching from afar.
Flyweight Scrambles and Bantamweight Fire
The intensity remains at a peak in the co-main attraction as Neyver Melendres takes on Rodrigo de Moura. In a division defined by breakneck speed and technical transitions, this flyweight duel is expected to be a high-velocity chess match where the judges are rarely needed. Simultaneously, the 135-pound ranks feature a bantamweight firestorm between Adriano Castro and Felipe Molina, a matchup many insiders are tipping for "Fight of the Night" honors due to their aggressive, forward-marching styles.
The Lightweight and Featherweight Guard
The 155-pound division takes center stage as Fredy Cordero meets Jhair Paz in a matchup of pure physical intensity. Cordero’s durable, blue-collar style faces a stern test against the technical evolution of Paz. The featherweight ranks are equally volatile as Diego Martinez collides with Kevin Guerrero, with both men looking to secure a finish that will skyrocket their regional rankings.
The Amateur Proving Ground
Inka 55 stays true to its "Night of Prospects" moniker by featuring a high-stakes amateur slate to open the evening. From the lightweight technicality of Diego Alvarado and Jhoandri Toribio to the opening flyweight scrambles between Omar Bejarano and Leandro Torres, the undercard serves as a crystal ball for the future of the sport in Peru.
Every athlete on this card understands the mission: in the heart of Lima, a dominant performance is a declaration of intent. Every exchange is a step toward the world stage, and every finish is a reminder that the future of South American MMA is being forged in the Inka FC cage.
Intense face-off between Alexander “Penchía” Chávez and Francisco “Chico Doido” Neves, who will headline the main event of Inka 55 Strikers' duel!
