On the recent episode of Contender Series, the spotlight was on the underdogs who impressed viewers with their outstanding performances. In Las Vegas at the UFC APEX, five fights took place, and three underdogs emerged victorious. Yuneisy Duben made a mark with a memorable knockout that will be remembered in the history of Contender Series. As a result, all three underdogs, including the other two winners, earned UFC contracts, bringing five new fighters to the UFC roster.
The main event of the evening featured Seok Hyun Ko pulling off an upset by defeating Igor Cavalcanti in a welterweight showdown. Despite being considered a +240 underdog, Ko showcased his versatile skills and secured a unanimous decision victory by effectively blending takedowns and striking.
Djorden Santos continued his winning streak in a middleweight clash against Will Currie, despite being the underdog. His excellent boxing and pressure allowed him to claim a clear unanimous decision triumph and secure a UFC contract.
Austin Bashi demonstrated his potential as a top prospect of the season by finishing Dorian Ramos with a submission. The 22-year-old fighter’s proficiency in both striking and grappling proved pivotal in his win and ultimately landing a UFC contract.
Yuneisy Duben delivered a stunning knockout against Shannon Clark, establishing herself as one of the standout underdog success stories of the night. With significant odds of +800, Duben’s remarkable performance earned accolades from Dana White and a well-deserved UFC contract.
In the opening bout, Quillan Salkilld emerged victorious after a hard-fought battle against Gauge Young. Despite both fighters showing youthful vigor, Salkilld’s kicks and wrestling prowess allowed him to dominate the fight and secure a UFC contract.
The night concluded with five fresh faces earning spots on the UFC roster, showcasing remarkable performances by underdogs who defied expectations in a spectacular manner.
