UFC Breaks Records With Brutal Knockouts at Belgrade Event

The UFC returned with a historic and record-breaking event in Belgrade on August 1, 2026, delivering an explosive night for fight fans. The card featured 14 fights, including six in the main card, culminating in 12 finishes, with 10 occurring in the first round. Among these were eight knockouts, four submissions, and only two fights decided by judges, marking the highest number of finishes in a single UFC event in the modern era and the most first-round finishes ever recorded by the organization.

One of the standout moments was a particularly brutal knockout by Mijailo Nabaahu Sterling against Dian Blachovich. UFC President Dana White praised the event, highlighting the crowd's intense energy and the unprecedented atmosphere, noting the crowd lit flares, a first in UFC history. He described the event as "amazing" and expressed hope that such extreme fan behavior would not recur.

This event was part of a series of UFC shows scheduled at times convenient for Israeli viewers, continuing the organization's global expansion and fan engagement. The Belgrade fight night will be remembered for its high-paced action and record-setting finishes, setting a new standard for excitement in mixed martial arts.