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Bella Mir set to fight Alex Apodaca at Contender Series on Aug. 25

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 12:25 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Bella Mir set to fight Alex Apodaca at Contender Series on Aug. 25
Summary

Bella Mir, daughter of UFC champion Frank Mir, will face Alex Apodaca on August 25, 2026, during season 10 of Contender Series at Meta Apex in Las Vegas. Mir holds an undefeated record of 4-0 and aims for a UFC contract, having also won an NCAA wrestling title. Apodaca, currently on a three-fight win streak, recently achieved a unanimous decision victory over Devon McDonald on July 24. This matchup marks a significant opportunity for both fighters, particularly for Mir, who aspires to compete in the 2028 Olympics while pursuing a UFC career.

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  • •Bella Mir holds an undefeated MMA record of 4-0.
  • •The matchup takes place at Meta Apex in Las Vegas.
  • •Mir is the daughter of former UFC champion Frank Mir.
  • •Apodaca is currently on a three-fight winning streak.
  • •Contender Series Season 10 begins on August 11, 2026.
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  • 12:25 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Frank Mir’s Daughter Bella Mir Booked For Contender Series On Aug. 25
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Legacy! Bella Mir, daughter of former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Heavyweight champion Frank Mir and an NCAA wrestling champion, will have a chance to win a UFC contract on season 10 of Contender Series. Mir is reportedly set to collide with Alex Apodaca during Week 3, which takes place Tues., Aug. 25, 2026, inside Meta […]

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