Jeremiah Wells submits Myktybek Orolbai at UFC 330 in Philadelphia
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Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Jeremiah Wells secured a submission victory over Myktybek Orolbai in the third round at UFC 330 on August 15, 2026, in Philadelphia. Despite facing adversity, including being down on the scorecards, Wells executed a ninja choke, rendering Orolbai unconscious at the 1:24 mark. This victory marks a significant upset, as Orolbai was a 10-to-one favorite in the matchup. Following the fight, Wells, at age 39, hinted at retirement but mentioned the possibility of continuing if he receives a favorable matchup. Both fighters have noteworthy career records, with Wells now standing at 14-4-1 and Orolbai at 16-3-1.
- •Wells submits Orolbai with a ninja choke in Round 3.
- •Fight took place at Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia.
- •Wells was the biggest underdog at UFC 330.
- •Orolbai was favored 10-to-1 before the bout.
- •Wells hinted at retirement but may continue if given a top-15 matchup.
- 10:34 PMCBS Sports — UFC 330 results: Jeremiah Wells springs massive upset with late submission of Myktybek Orolbai
- 10:32 PMYahoo Sports — Massive Underdog Secures Insane Comeback Submission Win At UFC 330, Retires But He Might Come Back
- 10:14 PMMMA Fighting — UFC 330 video: Jeremiah Wells comes back to put Myktybek Orolbai to sleep with shocking ninja choke submission
"PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 15: (L-R) Jeremiah Wells secures a submission against Myktybek Orolbai of Kyrgyzstan in a welterweight fight during the UFC 330 event at Xfinity Mobile Arena on August 15, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Ed Mulholland/Zuffa LLC) Jeremiah Wells made Philadelphia proud with one of the biggest comebacks of 2026 at UFC 330. Likely down two rounds against top welterweight prospect Myktybek Orolbai, Wells pulled off a wild third-round submission in the final frame, putting Orolbai to sleep with an airtight ninja choke submission. Watch Wells’ unbelievable finish below. JEREMIAH WELLS WITH THE UPSET 🤯 Philadelphia's own gets it done with a guillotine choke in the third round !! [ #UFC330 is LIVE NOW on @ParamountPlus ] pic.twitter.com/tfkFPIFY3f — UFC (@ufc) August 15, 2026 Despite Orolbai having the lead on the scorecards, Wells remained a threat throughout the contest, connecting with hard punches when the fighters exchanged on the feet. Orolbai’s powerful wrestling dictated the action though as he was consistently able to take Wells down and batter him with ground-and-pound. Wells continued to let his hands go, though, and after catching Orolbai with a stiff right hook in Round 3, Orolbai dove in head-first for another takedown and that’s when Wells sprung his trap. His arms coiled around Orolbai’s neck, followed by Wells pulling him towards the mat to secure the ninja choke. Shortly after, Orolbai went limp and referee Blake Grice stepped in for the stoppage at the 1:24 mark of the period. Afterwards, the 39-year-old Wells (14-4-1) hinted at retiring in his hometown, but suggested a matchup with a top 15 opponent could keep him competing. On the other side, Orolbai (16-3-1) loses for the first time since moving up to the 170-pound division.
"Jeremiah Wells submitted Myktybek Orolbai in the third round at UFC 330 in Philadelphia, then laid his gloves down in the Octagon at 39.
"Wells might ride off into the sunset after springing a major upset in his hometown
Sources
External links- CBS SportsAug 15, 2026, 10:34 PMUFC 330 results: Jeremiah Wells springs massive upset with late submission of Myktybek Orolbai
Wells might ride off into the sunset after springing a major upset in his hometown
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 10:32 PMMassive Underdog Secures Insane Comeback Submission Win At UFC 330, Retires But He Might Come Back
Jeremiah Wells submitted Myktybek Orolbai in the third round at UFC 330 in Philadelphia, then laid his gloves down in the Octagon at 39.
- MMA FightingAug 15, 2026, 10:14 PMUFC 330 video: Jeremiah Wells comes back to put Myktybek Orolbai to sleep with shocking ninja choke submission
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 15: (L-R) Jeremiah Wells secures a submission against Myktybek Orolbai of Kyrgyzstan in a welterweight fight during the UFC 330 event at Xfinity Mobile Arena on August 15, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Ed Mulholland/Zuffa LLC) Jeremiah Wells made Philadelphia proud with one of the biggest comebacks of 2026 at UFC 330. Likely down two rounds against top welterweight prospect Myktybek Orolbai, Wells pulled off a wild third-round submission in the final frame, putting Orolbai to sleep with an airtight ninja choke submission. Watch Wells’ unbelievable finish below. JEREMIAH WELLS WITH THE UPSET 🤯 Philadelphia's own gets it done with a guillotine choke in the third round !! [ #UFC330 is LIVE NOW on @ParamountPlus ] pic.twitter.com/tfkFPIFY3f — UFC (@ufc) August 15, 2026 Despite Orolbai having the lead on the scorecards, Wells remained a threat throughout the contest, connecting with hard punches when the fighters exchanged on the feet. Orolbai’s powerful wrestling dictated the action though as he was consistently able to take Wells down and batter him with ground-and-pound. Wells continued to let his hands go, though, and after catching Orolbai with a stiff right hook in Round 3, Orolbai dove in head-first for another takedown and that’s when Wells sprung his trap. His arms coiled around Orolbai’s neck, followed by Wells pulling him towards the mat to secure the ninja choke. Shortly after, Orolbai went limp and referee Blake Grice stepped in for the stoppage at the 1:24 mark of the period. Afterwards, the 39-year-old Wells (14-4-1) hinted at retiring in his hometown, but suggested a matchup with a top 15 opponent could keep him competing. On the other side, Orolbai (16-3-1) loses for the first time since moving up to the 170-pound division.
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