Israeli Fighter Kibadi Gordon Sends Message to UFC After Quick Knockout Victory

Israeli mixed martial artist Kibadi Gordon made a strong statement at the GFN event hosted by the Gordon brothers on July 27, 2026, by knocking out former UFC fighter Jose Alberto Quinones in under a minute. Although the fight was in a Muay Thai style rather than MMA, Gordon's swift and impressive victory over a former UFC competitor has attracted international attention.

Gordon, the eldest of the Gordon siblings, has an MMA record of eight wins and two losses and has previously competed in the LFA organization. In August 2024, he secured his first win in the FFC. His ultimate goal remains to join the UFC, and he recognizes that fighting in an organization affiliated with UFC's Fight Pass would maximize his visibility to UFC executives.

Following his knockout win, Gordon directly addressed UFC president Dana White and matchmaker Sean Shelby, urging them to watch his performance and give him a chance in the "big league." He expressed confidence in his abilities, saying, "I gave one punch and amazed myself."

Gordon trains at the Brazilian Fighting Nerds gym alongside UFC fighters Jean Silva and Carlos Prates, as well as Israeli MMA fighters Ilai Barzilai and Sean Pro. This high-level training environment enhances his prospects. While his next MMA fight is not yet scheduled, it is expected to take place in the coming months, potentially bringing him closer to his UFC ambitions.