
UFC Belgrade: Historic Event Features Record Finishes
The UFC made its historic debut in Serbia at the Belgrade Arena on August 1, 2026, during UFC Fight Night: Medić vs Rodriguez. The event featured an impressive total of 12 finishes, with 10 occurring in the first round, marking a record-breaking night for the organization.
Uroš Medić, competing in the main event, delivered a stunning 30-second knockout against Daniel Rodriguez, celebrating his fourth consecutive first-round victory. In the co-main event, New Zealand's Navajo Stirling secured a significant win over former champion Jan Błachowicz, finishing the fight in under three minutes with a decisive right hand followed by ground-and-pound.
Gilbert Urbina also made an impact by defeating newcomer Vlasto Čepo in just over a minute, while Serbian fighter Nina Milošević impressed in her UFC debut by stopping Hailey Cowan with body shots. This event became the highest-grossing in Belgrade Arena history.
