Bella Mir upsets favorite in DWCS; five earn UFC contracts

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Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Bella Mir upsets favorite in DWCS; five earn UFC contracts
Summary

At Dana White's Contender Series on August 25, Bella Mir suffered a significant upset against Alex Apodaca, losing by unanimous decision despite being a -6000 favorite. The event, taking place in Las Vegas, saw all five winners awarded contracts with the UFC, including Apodaca, who impressed with his striking and wrestling skills. Nick Galanti initiated the card with a quick victory over Carlos Petruzzella, while Ronald Humphrey, Sean Clancy Jr., and Guilherme Uriel also earned contracts through dominant performances. Dana White praised each fighter’s efforts and skills during the event.

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  • Bella Mir loses to Alex Apodaca by unanimous decision.
  • Nick Galanti secures a win in just 35 seconds.
  • Ronald Humphrey wins by submission in the first round.
  • Sean Clancy Jr. and Guilherme Uriel also finish their bouts successfully.
  • All five winners receive contracts from Dana White.
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Week 3 of Dana White’s Contender Series saw the biggest upset in the history of the show.

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