Mateusz Gamrot loses by submission at UFC Vegas 120 on August 8

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Mateusz Gamrot loses by submission at UFC Vegas 120 on August 8
Summary

Mateusz Gamrot faced Quillan Salkilld at UFC Vegas 120 on August 8, 2026, held in Las Vegas, Nevada. Gamrot was unable to capitalize on his previous win and suffered a submission defeat via rear-naked choke. This loss marks Gamrot's costly setback in the lightweight division, moving him further away from championship contention. With the division becoming increasingly competitive, Gamrot's next steps are uncertain, though a rematch with Rafael Fiziev has been suggested as a possibility for his future fight.

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  • UFC Vegas 120 took place at Meta Apex on August 8, 2026.
  • Gamrot lost to Salkilld by submission in the first round.
  • The defeat was a setback for Gamrot, ranked No. 6 in the lightweight division.
  • Salkilld extends his winning streak to 13 consecutive fights.
  • A potential rematch with Rafael Fiziev is being considered for Gamrot's next bout.
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UFC Vegas 120 went down this past Saturday night (Aug. 8, 2026) inside the revamped Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, leaving several fighters feeling the post-fight blues. Among them was Amanda Lemos, who suffered her third straight loss after coming up short against Alexia Thainara. And Darren Elkins, who was sent into violent retirement […]

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