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Yuri Panferov controlled Christopher Ewert, Radley Da Silva edged George Mangos, and Baysangur Susurkaev scored a brutal TKO. Also, Ty Miller boxed past Jimmy Drago, while Ilian Bouafia outpointed Neemias Santana. See full results.
Dana White's Contender Series returns August 12 for Week 1, headlined by Ilian Bouafia vs Neemias Santana. Full fight card and broadcast info inside.
Dana White’s Contender Series has built legends with unforgettable knockouts. From Sean O’Malley’s breakout moment to rising stars like Islam Dulatov, the show keeps delivering. Follow all the action as the 2025 season builds toward Week 3, Week 4, and beyond.
Experience the highlights from Dana White’s Contender Series 2025 Week 1, where emerging MMA prospects fought for a coveted UFC contract. See who impressed Dana White and get ready for the excitement of Week 2 in this must-watch MMA talent showcase.
All fighters made weight for Dana White’s Contender Series 77, kicking off Season 9 at the UFC Apex. Headlined by Yuri Panferov vs. Christopher Ewert, the card promises high-stakes action and UFC contracts on the line.
They are set to face each other in Hexagone MMA 43.
The bout is scheduled for a standard 3-round HXMMA fight.
The fight is organized by the Hexagone MMA (HXMMA).
The fight is scheduled to take place on April 11, 2026
