Former KSW double champion Roberto Soldic signs with the UFC

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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Former KSW double champion Roberto Soldic signs with the UFC
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The UFC announced the signing of former KSW double champion Roberto Soldic on September 4, 2026. The 31-year-old Croatian fighter is set to compete in the welterweight division. Soldic joins the organization with a professional record of 21-4, possessing 19 career victories by stoppage. He previously held championship titles in two different weight classes during his tenure with the Polish-based promotion KSW. After previously declining a UFC contract offer in 2022 due to a pay dispute and experiencing a tenure with ONE Championship, he has now officially joined the roster. Known for his striking ability, Soldic remains the only fighter to record a knockout victory over current UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis.

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  • Roberto Soldic officially signed with the UFC on September 4, 2026.
  • The 31-year-old enters the promotion as a former double champion from KSW.
  • He is categorized as a welterweight athlete on the UFC roster.
  • Soldic holds a professional record of 21-4 with 19 finishes.
  • He previously secured a knockout win against UFC champion Dricus Du Plessis.
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