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 MMA fans worldwide. The card featured 14 fights, including six in the main event, culminating in an unprecedented 12 fight 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.

One of the standout moments was a particularly brutal knockout delivered by Nabaahu Sterling against Dian Blachowicz, which electrified the crowd. UFC President Dana White praised the event, highlighting the crowd's intense energy and the rare sight of fans lighting flares during the fights. He described the event as "amazing" and expressed hope that such extreme fan behavior would not recur.

This early evening event was scheduled to accommodate Israeli viewers and was the second consecutive week of UFC action. The night’s excitement and record-setting performances are expected to be remembered for a long time by the MMA community. Fans can watch all the thrilling main card fights from the Belgrade Fight Night online.