Veteran Fighter Joins UFC Fight Night 266 on Short Notice
Niko Price is set to step into the Octagon on short notice at UFC Fight Night 266. This change comes with only a few days remaining before the event, which is scheduled for Saturday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.
Niko Price Joins UFC Fight Night 266 Lineup
Price will replace Jose Henrique, facing Nikolay Veretennikov in this exciting matchup. The UFC officially announced this development on Monday, adding more anticipation for the event.
Fight Event Details
UFC Fight Night 266 features a headline bout between bantamweights Mario Bautista and Vinicius Oliveira. This event will be available for viewing on Paramount+.
Niko Price’s Recent Performance
The 36-year-old Price has encountered challenges recently in the Octagon. He has lost four of his last five fights, which raises the stakes for his upcoming match. In June 2025, Price suffered a second-round submission defeat to Jacobe Smith at UFC 317.
- Price’s UFC record stands at 8 wins, 9 losses, and 2 no contests since his debut at UFC 207 in December 2016.
- His last victory was against Alex Oliveira at UFC on ESPN+ 29 in March 2020.
Nikolay Veretennikov’s Fight History
Veretennikov, a competitor from Kazakhstan, has also faced difficulties in the UFC. He has lost three out of his four matches, with his only win coming against Francisco Prado last July. Most recently, Veretennikov lost by decision to Punahele Soriano at UFC 320.
This upcoming fight between Price and Veretennikov promises to be pivotal for both fighters, given their current records and the need for a strong performance. As UFC Fight Night 266 approaches, fans eagerly await the clash at the UFC Apex.
