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Anthony Hernandez to face Gregory Rodriguez in UFC Sacramento main event

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 12:36 AM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Anthony Hernandez to face Gregory Rodriguez in UFC Sacramento main event

Summary

Anthony Hernandez, ranked No. 6 in the UFC Middleweight division, is set to face No. 12-ranked Gregory Rodriguez in the main event of UFC Sacramento on August 22, 2026. The fight will take place at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, marking the UFC's return to the city after a break since 2019. Hernandez aims to rebound from a recent loss to Sean Strickland, which ended his eight-fight win streak. Rodriguez, riding a three-fight winning streak highlighted by two knockouts, seeks to elevate his standing in the division. Further fight announcements for the card are still pending.

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By the Numbers

•Fight scheduled for August 22, 2026, in Sacramento, California.
•Hernandez has a record of 15-3; Rodriguez is 19-6.
•UFC has not held an event in Sacramento since 2019.
•Hernandez looks to bounce back from a loss; Rodriguez seeks to extend his winning streak.

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12:36 AMYahoo Sports — Anthony Hernandez vs. Gregory Rodriguez headlines UFC Sacramento on Aug. 22

What they're saying

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Middleweights are headed to NorCal. No. 6-ranked Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Middleweight Anthony Hernandez returns to action in a home game against No. 12-ranked Brazilian knockout artist Gregory Rodrigues in the main event of UFC Sacramento on Sat., Aug. 22, 2026, inside Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif. NBC Sacramento was the first to report […]
— Yahoo Sports

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