Dana White awards six UFC contracts after DWCS Week 2 action
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Dana White’s Contender Series Week 2 saw six fighters awarded UFC contracts, highlighting a night of intense matches. Roman Puga secured a unanimous decision over Taner Trembley, with both fighters receiving contracts for their performance. Alik Lorenz scored a notable upset by finishing Mahamed Aly, while Cristian Perez and Trent Miller also earned contracts with standout victories. Kaik Brito capped the night by defeating Namo Fazil in the main event, securing his contract. White confirmed that DWCS has produced a significant number of successful fighters.
- •Six fighters received contracts during DWCS Week 2 in Las Vegas.
- •Roman Puga won by unanimous decision against Taner Trembley.
- •Alik Lorenz upset Mahamed Aly, finishing him early in the fight.
- •Cristian Perez achieved a second-round stoppage over Logan Paxton.
- •Kaik Brito defeated Namo Fazil in the main event to earn a contract.
- 2:52 AMYahoo Sports — Dana White awards six UFC contracts after historic DWCS Week 2
"Week 2 of the 10th season of Dana White’s Contender Series exceeded expectations.
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