The Contender Series Season 8 kicks off tonight at UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, with an exciting lineup of top MMA fighters. Mansur Abdul-Malik will take on Wesley Schultz in the main event, and viral knockout artist An Ho faces Flyweight prospect Lone’er Kavanagh in the opening fight. MMAmania.com will showcase standout fighters from past seasons before the new talent secures their UFC contracts. Let’s revisit the memorable fighters from previous seasons:
- Season One standout: Sean O’Malley, famous for his impressive knockout of Alfred Khashakyan and subsequent rise to become the UFC Bantamweight champion.
- Season Two standout: Kevin Holland, known for his remarkable performances, including a memorable knockout of Jacare Souza in 2020.
- Season Three standout: Jamahal Hill, the first Contender Series fighter to hold UFC gold in the Light Heavyweight division.
- Season Four standout: Impa Kasanganay, who achieved success outside the UFC by winning the PFL Light Heavyweight championship and a $1 million prize.
- Season Five standout: Jack Della Maddalena, currently maintaining an undefeated 7-0 record in the Octagon with multiple “Performance of the Night” bonuses.
- Season Six standout: Bo Nickal, a standout wrestler turned MMA fighter boasting a perfect 6-0 record and a promising career trajectory.
- Season Seven standout: Jean Silva, already leaving a significant mark in the UFC with impressive wins against notable opponents.
These fighters have excelled in the UFC and continue to impress with their skills. Stay tuned for more thrilling Contender Series action featuring talented fighters in the upcoming season.
