Dagestan’s undefeated heavyweight prospect, Shamil Gaziev, made a stunning debut in the UFC by demolishing previously unbeaten Greg Velasco. Read about this thrilling fight and other exciting matchups from the latest Contender Series event.
| Fighter | Result | Method | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shamil Gaziev | Win | Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) | 2:38 of Round 1 |
| Kaynan Kruschewsky | Win | Technical Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) | 2:52 of Round 1 |
| Igor da Silva | Win | TKO (Punches) | 2:37 of Round 2 |
The latest Contender Series event showcased Dagestan’s undefeated heavyweight prospect, Shamil Gaziev, who made a stunning debut by submitting Greg Velasco with a rear-naked choke in the first round. Brazilian lightweight Kaynan Kruschewsky also impressed with a technical submission victory over Dylan Mantello. In the opening bout, 20-year-old Brazilian flyweight Igor da Silva dominated Jhonata Silva with a TKO finish in the second round.
Dagestan, known for producing top MMA talent, has unveiled its latest undefeated prospect in the UFC. Shamil Gaziev, a former volleyball player for the Dagestan national team, made a stunning debut by demolishing previously unbeaten Greg Velasco in just three minutes. Gaziev’s impressive performance earned him a no-brainer UFC contract. In another thrilling fight, Brazilian lightweight Kaynan Kruschewsky put Dylan Mantello to sleep with a rear-naked choke, securing his spot in the UFC. The opening bout showcased the skills of 20-year-old Brazilian flyweight Igor da Silva, who dominated Jhonata Silva with powerful left hooks and ground-and-pound punches. Stephanie Luciano, a Brazilian strawweight, showcased her resilience by earning a come-from-behind draw against Talita Alencar. Although Daniel Allen, a lightweight wrestler, won his fight convincingly, he did not secure a UFC contract. Overall, it was an action-packed night at the UFC APEX.
