Discover the winners, contract recipients, and standby fighters from Dana White’s Contender Series Week 3. Exciting updates from the UFC Apex Centre in Las Vegas!
Week 3 of Dana White’s Contender Series Season 8 at the UFC Apex Centre in Las Vegas featured standout performances and contract signings. Andrey Pulyaev, Malcolm Wellmaker, Marco Tulio, and Bogdan Grad secured UFC contracts. Nick Piccininni and Jack Duffy will have a rematch after a split decision, while Michael Aswell remains on standby for potential UFC opportunities.
Dana White’s Contender Series Week 3
Week 3 of Dana White’s Contender Series Season 8 took place at the UFC Apex Centre in Las Vegas. The event showcased five thrilling bouts, with the spotlight on the middleweight clash between Andrey Pulyaev and Liam Anderson. Pulyaev emerged victorious via unanimous decision, securing his spot in the UFC. Notably, four fighters, including Pulyaev, Malcolm Wellmaker, Marco Tulio, and Bogdan Grad, earned coveted UFC contracts. The night also saw a contentious split decision in the flyweight bout between Nick Piccininni and Jack Duffy, leading to a rematch on a future DWCS card. Additionally, Michael Aswell, who faced Grad in the co-main event, stands ready as a standby fighter in case of a featherweight injury in the UFC.
