UFC 326 MMA Match Preview: Amanda Lemos (15-5-1) vs. Gillian Robertson (16-8-0)
The UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos (also known as UFC Vegas 114 or UFC Fight Night 269) prelims include a ranked women’s strawweight matchup between Amanda “Amandinha” Lemos and Gillian “The Savage” Robertson. This co-feature bout pits Lemos’ explosive power striking and finishing threat against Robertson’s relentless grappling, submission expertise, and durability. Lemos (15-5-1) looks to rebound and reassert her top contender status after a mixed 2025, while Robertson (16-8) aims to extend her strong run and push toward title contention. Originally scheduled for December 2025 but postponed due to Lemos’ medical issue, the fight finally takes place in the intimate APEX octagon, where both women’s styles could produce a high-pace, finish-heavy affair.
Venue Location
Meta APEX
6650 El Camino Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89118, USA
This modern UFC facility hosts many Fight Night events with a compact 25-foot octagon, limiting movement and encouraging clinch battles, ground work, and higher finish rates. No live audience creates a focused, high-production broadcast setting.
Prelims: 2:00 PM ET (11:00 AM PT)
Main Card: 5:00 PM ET (2:00 PM PT)
Broadcast: Paramount+ (streaming live for main card and prelims), UFC Fight Pass (international). The Lemos vs. Robertson bout is on the main card, likely mid-to-late portion (around 6:00-7:00 PM ET).
Injury Report
Amanda Lemos
- Out: None reported for this event.
- Questionable: No current issues; Lemos withdrew from the original December 2025 date due to a medical issue (details undisclosed), but she has been cleared and trained fully for this rebooking.
- Notes: At 38, Lemos’ durability remains strong (only 3 KO/TKO losses in UFC); no new concerns.
Gillian Robertson
- Out: None reported.
- Questionable: No injuries; Robertson’s recent fights (including May 2025 KO win over Marina Rodriguez) showed no setbacks.
- Notes: At 30, Robertson enters healthy; her grappling-heavy style rarely leads to injury issues.
Key Fighter Matchups
This strawweight battle features contrasting strengths: Lemos’ devastating power striking (5 KO/TKO wins) and clinch work against Robertson’s elite grappling (9 submissions) and relentless pace. Lemos (5’4″, ~66″ reach) brings aggression and one-punch KO threat, while Robertson (5’5″, 65″ reach) excels in clinch control, takedowns, and ground dominance. The APEX octagon may force close-range exchanges, favoring Robertson’s ground game or Lemos’ dirty boxing.
| Aspect | Amanda Lemos (BRA, 15-5-1) | Gillian Robertson (CAN, 16-8-0) | Key Insight |
| Striking | Explosive power; high KO rate, strong knees/elbows | Volume + accuracy; absorbs but outlands in decisions | Lemos’ one-shot threat vs. Robertson’s durability and output; Lemos rarely tested deep. |
| Grappling | Solid TD defense; opportunistic subs | Elite BJJ; 9 subs, strong top control | Robertson’s ground dominance could neutralize Lemos’ power; Lemos’ sprawl key to keeping it standing. |
| Cardio/Durability | Strong pace; durable chin | Elite stamina; thrives in grinds | Both go distance often; Robertson excels late, Lemos in bursts. |
| Experience | UFC: 8-4; former title challenger | UFC: 9-5; consistent performer | Lemos’ power vs. Robertson’s resilience; both veterans at 30+. |
| Intangibles | -135 to -198 favorite; rebound motivation | +105 to +170 underdog; momentum from wins | Lemos’ aggression vs. Robertson’s grappling; cage size favors action. |
Recent Form
Amanda Lemos
- Sep 13, 2025: L vs. Tatiana Suarez (Unanimous Dec) – Title eliminator loss.
- Mar 8, 2025: W vs. Iasmin Lucindo (Unanimous Dec) – Strong rebound.
- Jul 20, 2024: L vs. Virna Jandiroba (Submission) – Ground loss. Form: L-W-L (mixed but competitive against top competition).
Gillian Robertson
- May 3, 2025: W vs. Marina Rodriguez (KO/TKO R2) – Highlight finish.
- Nov 9, 2024: W vs. Luana Pinheiro (Unanimous Dec) – Dominant control.
- Jun 29, 2024: W vs. Michelle Waterson-Gomez (Unanimous Dec) – Veteran win. Form: W-W-W (strong run with finishes and decisions).
Fight History
No prior meetings between Lemos and Robertson. No shared opponents for direct comparisons. This fresh matchup tests Lemos’ power against Robertson’s grappling dominance.
FIGHT ODDS
Amanda Lemos – 160
Gillian Robertson + 135
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 13, 2026
