Chase Hooper submits Mitch Ramirez at UFC Oklahoma City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 10:50 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Chase Hooper faced Mitch Ramirez at UFC Fight Night 281 on July 19, 2026, in Oklahoma City. Hooper secured a victory by rear-naked choke submission in the first round, marking his first win since April 2025. This fight was crucial for Hooper, who had indicated that a loss would lead him to pursue a normal job. Hooper credited training tips from Michael Chiesa for his successful finish and expressed relief over the win's impact on his career.
- •Hooper wins via rear-naked choke submission at 2:15 of Round 1.
- •This victory comes after over a year without a win.
- •Hooper previously indicated he would seek a normal job if he lost.
- •Training tips from Michael Chiesa contributed to Hooper's success.
- •Hooper aims to continue building on this victory for future fights.
- 10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Chase Hooper planned return to working normal job if he lost at UFC Oklahoma City
"A lot was riding on UFC Oklahoma City for Chase Hooper.
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