Gilbert Urbina scores quick TKO against Vlasto Cepo at UFC Belgrade

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Gilbert Urbina scores quick TKO against Vlasto Cepo at UFC Belgrade
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Gilbert Urbina achieved a decisive first-round TKO against Vlasto Cepo on August 1, 2026, at UFC Belgrade held in Serbia. The match, which lasted 61 seconds, marked Urbina's return to the UFC win column since 2023. Cepo, a local favorite, struggled with Urbina's counter punches, eventually succumbing to a combination of strikes that sent him to the canvas. The fight ended swiftly, disappointing the home crowd expecting a spectacular debut from Cepo.

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  • Urbina finishes Cepo with punches and elbows in 61 seconds.
  • The fight took place at Belgrade Arena in Serbia.
  • Urbina looks to get back in the UFC win column after a lengthy absence.
  • Cepo's debut was highly anticipated by local fans.
  • Urbina moves up to 185 pounds for this fight.
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  • 5:49 PMYahoo SportsHighlights! Gilbert Urbina plays spoiler, stuns Serbian favorite with early 61-second TKO | UFC Belgrade
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Gilbert Urbina played spoiler earlier today (Sat., Aug. 1, 2026) at UFC Belgrade LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Belgrade Arena in Belgrade, Serbia, stunning Octagon newcomer and hometown favorite Vlasto Cepo with a first-round TKO (punches and elbows). Saturday was supposed to be Cepo’s UFC coming out party as the former Oktagon MMA standout possessed […]

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