Bilal Hasan prepares for UFC Shanghai debut after quick DWCS victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Bilal Hasan is set to make his UFC debut on Saturday at UFC Fight Night 286 in Shanghai. He received his fight offer shortly after winning a contract with the promotion by finishing Mridul Saikia in just 45 seconds at DWCS 87. Hasan, who holds a professional record of 9-0, will face Nilson Rojas, also making his UFC debut. Both fighters bring knockout power, but Hasan enters the matchup as a favorite. He expressed confidence in his strategy, anticipating a tough fight while preparing for various outcomes.
- •Hasan finished Saikia in 45 seconds at DWCS 87 to earn his contract.
- •The matchup against Rojas will occur on August 29 at Shanghai Oriental Sports Center.
- •Hasan holds a record of 9-0, while Rojas is also unbeaten at 9-0.
- •Both fighters are known for their finishing ability, with Rojas finishing seven of his nine wins.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Bilal Hasan reveals whirlwind details of UFC Shanghai debut offer after DWCS win
"Bilal Hasan's offer to make his UFC debut came much faster than he could have ever imagined, and now he's raring to go Saturday in Shanghai.
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