Bilal Hasan prepares for UFC debut on Michael Jackson's birthday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:27 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Bilal Hasan is set to make his UFC debut against Nilson Rojas at UFC Shanghai on August 29. Hasan views the date, coinciding with Michael Jackson's birthday, as almost prophetic. He expressed excitement for the fight and plans a memorable walkout to honor the occasion. This matchup marks the first appearance for both fighters in the UFC, as Hasan looks to showcase a complete performance after earning his contract on Dana White’s Contender Series.
- •Fight scheduled for August 29 in Shanghai.
- •Hasan and Rojas both make their UFC debuts.
- •Hasan aims for an entertaining performance.
- •The fight opens the main card of UFC Shanghai.
- 6:27 AMYahoo Sports — Bilal Hasan sees ‘prophecy’ in UFC debut on Michael Jackson’s birthday
"Bilal Hasan's Ultimate Fighting Championship debut feels written in the stars.
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