Yair Rodriguez returns against Jean Silva in Noche UFC 4 main event

Yair Rodriguez will return to UFC competition for the first time since April 2025 to headline Noche UFC 4, facing featherweight contender Jean Silva on September 12 in Glendale, Arizona. Rodriguez (20-5), a former interim featherweight champion, defeated Bellator's Patricio "Pitbull" Freire by unanimous decision in his last outing and now takes on one of the division's most dangerous finishers.

Silva (17-3) has carved out a reputation as an exciting contender with several high-profile finishes. The Brazilian most recently won a decision over Arnold Allen in January and has earned notable victories over Bryce Mitchell, Drew Dober, and Charles Jourdain since joining the UFC via Dana White's Contender Series. Silva previously headlined Noche UFC 3 in 2025, a loss to Diego Lopes.

Noche UFC 4 marks Rodriguez's first appearance at the promotion's signature event. The card will also feature returns from former champions Alexa Grasso and Brandon Moreno, who will face Manon Fiorot and Joseph Morales, respectively. As a major featherweight clash at a high-profile event, this matchup could serve as a significant stepping stone for whichever fighter emerges victorious in the title picture.