Dustin Stoltzfus prepares for UFC 330 after successful nose surgery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Dustin Stoltzfus is focused on his UFC 330 bout against Mansur Abdul-Malik, revitalized after recovering from nose surgery. After experiencing breathing difficulties and immune issues from prior injuries, Stoltzfus underwent the procedure to improve his health and performance. He reports significant improvements in his training, recovery time, and overall well-being since the surgery. For this fight camp, he chose to train in Germany instead of Las Vegas to avoid crossing paths with Abdul-Malik, with whom he has trained in the past. Stoltzfus expresses optimism about his conditioning ahead of the match.
- •Stoltzfus has a record of 16-8 and is 3-7 in the UFC.
- •He underwent nose surgery to address breathing and immune issues.
- •Training camp took place in Germany, away from Xtreme Couture.
- •Stoltzfus reports improved recovery and sleep after surgery.
- •He faces Mansur Abdul-Malik at UFC 330.
- 1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Dustin Stoltzfus took a deep breath before booking UFC 330 bout – but for good reason
"Dustin Stoltzfus is able to breathe easy heading into UFC 330.
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