With the victory, Walker snaps a three-fight winless streak (two losses and one no contest). The victory was his first since he beat Anthony Smith by unanimous decision in May 2023. In defeat, Zhang loses for the first time in the UFC after promotional victories over Brendson Ribeiro, Ozzy Diaz, and Anthony Smith.

The Ultimate Fighting Championship travels to China for UFC Fight Night. Brazilian Johnny Walker (21-9-0) takes on Chinese fighter Zhang Mingyang (19-6-0), as the main card’s light heavyweight marquee matchup.

Walker vs. Zhang on 8/23/25. Alen's MMA DFS analysis to build winning daily fantasy UFC lineups. Another week, another UFC event, only this time, the leading promotion heads out to Shanghai for UFC Shanghai.