The UFC women’s bantamweight division adds a compelling matchup to its April schedule as Hailey “All Hail” Cowan faces Brazil’s rising prospect Alice “Golden Girl” Pereira at UFC Vegas 115. The bout takes place on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas and is scheduled for the preliminary card.
Both athletes enter the contest looking to secure their first win of the 2026 season, making this an important early test for their UFC careers.
Veteran Experience vs Rising Youth
Cowan brings experience and composure into the matchup. The 33-year-old bantamweight trains with Blitz Sport MMA and last competed in the UFC in April 2025. Known for her toughness and willingness to engage, Cowan often relies on forward pressure and cage control to wear down opponents over the course of a fight.
Across the Octagon, Pereira represents the next generation of women’s MMA talent. At just 20 years old, the Brazilian prospect enters with a 5–1 professional record and significant physical advantages. Standing 5’10” with a 71-inch reach, Pereira uses her length and striking range to dictate distance and control exchanges.
Tale of the Tape
Hailey Cowan
- Record: 7–4
- Age: 33
- Height: 5’8”
- Weight Class: Bantamweight
- Team: Blitz Sport MMA
- Fighting out of: Texas, USA
Alice Pereira
- Record: 5–1
- Age: 20
- Height: 5’10”
- Weight Class: Bantamweight
- Team: LIFE MMA
- Fighting out of: Bahia, Brazil
What’s at Stake
While the bout does not headline the event, the implications are clear. A win could provide momentum and security in a competitive division where opportunities are earned quickly. For Cowan, it is a chance to reassert herself and halt recent setbacks. For Pereira, it is another step toward establishing her name on the UFC roster.
With contrasting styles, experience versus youth, and both fighters motivated to make a statement, this matchup has the ingredients for an intriguing bantamweight clash.
Event Details
- Event: UFC Fight Night (UFC Vegas 115)
- Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026
- Venue: UFC Apex
- Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
- Weight Class: Women’s Bantamweight (135 lbs)
- Card Placement: Preliminary Card
