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Callum Connor receives UFC contract despite losing fight

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 7:05 AM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Callum Connor receives UFC contract despite losing fight
Summary

Callum Connor earned a UFC contract after losing to Piero Guaylupo in Dana White's Contender Series on September 22, 2026. UFC president Dana White praised the fight, calling it potentially one of the greatest contests in UFC history. Connor, from Manchester, now holds a professional record of 8-1. Despite winning his match, Norbert Novenyi Jr did not receive a contract, as White indicated more evaluation is needed for his inclusion.

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  • •Callum Connor loses to Piero Guaylupo by unanimous decision.
  • •Both fighters hospitalized after the fight, per Dana White.
  • •Connor's pro record now stands at 8-1.
  • •Norbert Novenyi Jr missed out on a contract despite a victory.
  • •UFC held the fight event on September 22, 2026.
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  • 7:05 AMYahoo Sports — GB's Connor earns UFC contract despite defeat
  • 6:55 AMBBC Sport — GB's Connor earns UFC contract despite defeat
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Callum Connor wins a UFC contract after losing what Dana White describes as "one of the greatest fights you'll ever see".

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Callum Connor wins a UFC contract after losing what Dana White describes as "one of the greatest fights you'll ever see".

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