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Israeli Fighters Score Major Wins at Menora Arena, Boosting UFC Prospects
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First reported by N12 · 13 hours ago
What happened
Israeli fighters, led by Ilai Barzilai and the Gordon brothers, achieved key victories at the Gordon Fight Nights MMA event in Menora Arena, enhancing their professional records and increasing the likelihood of future UFC participation.
- 01Israeli fighters won major bouts at the Gordon Fight Nights event in Menora Arena on July 27, 2026.
- 02Ilai Barzilai's victory against a heavier opponent was a crucial career milestone after leaving UFC.
- 03The three Gordon brothers also won important fights against experienced competitors.
- 04The event was fully professional, with all fights counting toward official records.
- 05These wins may lead to one or more Israelis joining the UFC soon.
- 06The event attracted 11,000 spectators, boosting Israeli MMA's profile.
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