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.

While many in the United States will be sleeping, the UFC will be on the ground in Shanghai with 12 fights on the docket. A loaded preliminary card begins at 3 a.m. ET while the main card begins at 6. Half of the bouts are projected to end inside the distance.