Adam Livingston earns UFC contract and targets November card at Madison Square Garden

Lightweight Adam Livingston secured a UFC contract following a victory over Hunter Smith during the Week 4 opener of Dana White’s Contender Series 2026. The 25-year-old New York native won the matchup after three rounds of competition, earning his spot in the promotion during his second appearance on the series. Livingston previously competed on the program at age 23 but did not secure a contract at that time. Following his victory, the fighter expressed his desire to participate in the upcoming UFC card at Madison Square Garden in November. He claimed that his local fanbase would allow him to sell out the venue independently if he were placed on the main card. UFC officials have not confirmed his inclusion in the November event, which remains the athlete's primary target for his promotional debut.

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