Tuff-N-Uff 153: Kawaihae vs. Vazquez is a mixed martial arts event promoted by Unified MMA and will take place on April 24, 2026 at The Pearl Theater at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.
Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Featherweight Justin Vazquez vs. Canaan Kawaihae 145 lbs Featherweight Championship
Women's Bantamweight Alejandra Lara vs. Jaeleen Robledo 135 lbs Bantamweight Championship
Background
Tuff-N-Uff 153 returns to the Pearl Theater inside Palms Casino Resort on Friday, April 24, 2026, for another electrifying night of MMA action, streaming live on UFC Fight Pass.
Set in the heart of a massive week for combat sports in Las Vegas — following WrestleMania and leading into UFC Fight Night — Tuff-N-Uff once again takes center stage as the premier proving ground for the next generation of stars.
A championship-caliber featherweight showdown headlines the card as Hawaii’s Canaan Kawaihae (10-3) takes on seasoned veteran Justin “Slick J” Vazquez (12-5) for the Tuff-N-Uff featherweight title.
Kawaihae enters with momentum, winning four of his last five fights, while Vazquez brings experience, durability, and finishing ability. With championship gold on the line, this main event promises high-level action and intensity from start to finish.
A highly anticipated women’s championship clash sees reigning champion Jaeleen “The Natural” Robledo (5-1) attempt to make history by moving down in weight in pursuit of double-champ status.
Standing in her way is seasoned Bellator veteran Alejandra “Azul” Lara (12-9), a battle-tested contender coming off a statement TKO victory.
Also featured on the card, undefeated rising prospect Salahuddin Everett (3-0) returns following one of the fastest knockouts in Tuff-N-Uff history and looks to continue his rapid rise.
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