The fourth episode of Dana White’s Contender Series is in the can, and four more prospects have fought their way into UFC contracts.
The ninth season of Dana White’s Contender Series has already seen a number of talents earn deals with the MMA promotion, including controversial former NFL star Josh Hokit.
With the likes of Sean O’Malley and Jack Della Maddalena coming into the UFC via the show, there is clear progression for the hopefuls looking to make a name for themselves.
Four more fighters achieved their dream of signing a UFC deal on episode four, with three of the fights ending in spectacular fashion in the opening round.
Tommy McMillen and David Mgoyan trade punches
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Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani knocked out his opponent in one minute to earn his UFC deal
The main event of the show lasted just a minute as Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani decimated his opponent with an impressive knockout victory at the UFC APEX.
“Mufasa” extended his record to 9-2 when he cracked the skull of his New England opponent with a high kick to the side of the head before knocking him out with a breathtaking right hand to end the fight.
He deserved the offer of a UFC contract, and Lebosnoyani could be a future star to look out for at just 27 years old.
Michal Oleksiejczuk’s brother took just 36 seconds to earn his contract
The brother of UFC Middleweight Michal Oleksiejczuk earned his own UFC deal with a 1st round KO in a Middleweight clash on episode 4 of Dana White’s Contender Series.
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Cezary Oleksiejczuk wasted little time in impressing the UFC CEO when he punched former Bellator fighter Theo Haig before defending a takedown by launching a barrage of hammer fists into the back of his skull.
The referee had no choice but to end the fight after 36 seconds as it became clear Haig could not defend himself, handing the quickest win of the night to Oleksiejczuk.
Mandel Nallo became the oldest contract winner in Dana White’s Contender Series history
At the age of 36, Mandel Nallo became the oldest fighter to sign for the UFC from Dana White’s Contender Series after his first-round finish against Samuel Silva.
He knocked out the Brazilian with an impressive right hand after dominating him with kicks throughout the opening minutes.
White gave Nallo a contract despite his age, being impressed with his style after such a dominant win in the octagon.
Eduardo Henrique dominated An Tuan Ho in his return to the UFC Apex
The only winner to walk away without a contract last night was Eduardo Henrique, despite dominating An Tuan Ho in the second fight of the night.
The Brazilian was 14-2 going into the bout and had little trouble getting on top of his opponent throughout an impressive, if not slightly boring, fight.
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🇧🇷Eduardo "Chapolin" Henrique🇧🇷
1. Pro: 14-2: 7 KOs, 4 Subs, 3 Decisions
2. Was the #1 Pick on last season of #TUF, subbed by Joseph Morales (eventual winner) in RD1
3. Went 4-1 at LFA, lost his debut fight
4. 3 Fight KO Winning Streak pic.twitter.com/hdN0MiIWJA
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The first round was marred by a clash of heads and an illegal knee by Ho, which gave Henrique the early advantage. He ground out the victory from there, showcasing impressive mat skills, albeit not impressive enough for White and the UFC.
The opening bout was a war that earned Tommy McMillen a UFC contract
In what was certainly the fight of the night, Tommy McMillen survived what looked like a certain submission loss to earn himself a deal with the UFC on Dana White’s Contender Series.
Tommy “Gun” McMillen showed great heart, escaping from a choke in the opening round to light up David Mgoyan with multiple big punches.
Neither man could finish the other, but a brutal back-and-forth saw them both covered in blood, with McMillen receiving his contract offer while sitting in the hospital after this gruelling opening bout.