Muhammad Saidov knocks out Dustin Jacoby at UFC Abu Dhabi
MMA Fighting • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:50 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Muhammad Saidov made a strong UFC debut on July 24, 2026, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, securing a second-round knockout against veteran Dustin Jacoby. In a competitive matchup, Saidov showcased effective striking and controlled the pace of the fight. He improved his professional record to 10-0 and registered his seventh career knockout. The fight ended at 4:49 of Round 2 when Saidov delivered a head kick followed by a flurry of punches that prompted referee Jim Perdios to stop the contest. Jacoby, previously riding a three-fight win streak, experienced his first loss since 2025.
- •Saidov scores second-round knockout at UFC Abu Dhabi.
- •Fight ended at 4:49 of Round 2 after a head kick.
- •Saidov improves to 10-0 and earns his seventh knockout.
- •Jacoby sees three-fight win streak come to an end.
- •Event took place at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on July 24, 2026.
- 3:50 PMMMA Fighting — UFC Abu Dhabi video: Muhammad Saidov caps off dominant debut with head kick knockout combination
- 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Abu Dhabi video: Muhammad Saidov caps off dominant debut with head kick knockout combination
- 3:46 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Abu Dhabi video: Muhammad Saidov debuts with sick TKO of Dustin Jacoby
"ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - JULY 24: Muhammad Saidov throws a kick against Dustin Jacoby in their light heavyweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at Etihad Arena July 24, 2026 in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) Muhammad Saidov was fighting in the UFC for the first time, but he looked like an instant contender. The debutant stole the show on Saturday’s UFC Abu Dhabi prelims, out-striking MMA and kickboxing veteran Dustin Jacoby en route to a spectacular second-round knockout. Watch Saidov’s blistering combination that ended the fight below. Muhammad Saidov tears through Dustin Jacoby with a beautiful combination at #UFCAbuDhabi! pic.twitter.com/ne0Y7kK5y7 — MMA Fighting (@MMAFighting) July 25, 2026 Saidov, who improved to 10-0 with the win, looked sharp throughout the fight, even as he went toe-to-toe with Jacoby, an opponent known for his technical striking prowess. Likely up on the cards through five minutes, Saidov stuck with the game plan in Round 2, controlling the range and consistently winning exchanges. It wasn’t until the final minute of the round that Saidov stepped on the gas, cracking Jacoby with a hard head kick that stunned the American fighter. Saidov followed with a swarm of punches, not stopping until referee Jim Perdios stepped in. The official time of the stoppage was 4:49 into Round 2. Saidov scored the seventh knockout of his pro career to move to 1-0 in the UFC, while Jacoby (22-10-1) sees a three-fight win streak come to an end.
"Muhammad Saidov deemed his head turning TKO of Dustin Jacoby at UFC Abu Dhabi as "just the beginning."
"Muhammad Saidov made it look easy at UFC Abu Dhabi
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External links- MMA FightingJul 25, 2026, 3:50 PMUFC Abu Dhabi video: Muhammad Saidov caps off dominant debut with head kick knockout combination
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - JULY 24: Muhammad Saidov throws a kick against Dustin Jacoby in their light heavyweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at Etihad Arena July 24, 2026 in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) Muhammad Saidov was fighting in the UFC for the first time, but he looked like an instant contender. The debutant stole the show on Saturday’s UFC Abu Dhabi prelims, out-striking MMA and kickboxing veteran Dustin Jacoby en route to a spectacular second-round knockout. Watch Saidov’s blistering combination that ended the fight below. Muhammad Saidov tears through Dustin Jacoby with a beautiful combination at #UFCAbuDhabi! pic.twitter.com/ne0Y7kK5y7 — MMA Fighting (@MMAFighting) July 25, 2026 Saidov, who improved to 10-0 with the win, looked sharp throughout the fight, even as he went toe-to-toe with Jacoby, an opponent known for his technical striking prowess. Likely up on the cards through five minutes, Saidov stuck with the game plan in Round 2, controlling the range and consistently winning exchanges. It wasn’t until the final minute of the round that Saidov stepped on the gas, cracking Jacoby with a hard head kick that stunned the American fighter. Saidov followed with a swarm of punches, not stopping until referee Jim Perdios stepped in. The official time of the stoppage was 4:49 into Round 2. Saidov scored the seventh knockout of his pro career to move to 1-0 in the UFC, while Jacoby (22-10-1) sees a three-fight win streak come to an end.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 3:50 PMUFC Abu Dhabi video: Muhammad Saidov caps off dominant debut with head kick knockout combination
Muhammad Saidov made it look easy at UFC Abu Dhabi
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 3:46 PMUFC Abu Dhabi video: Muhammad Saidov debuts with sick TKO of Dustin Jacoby
Muhammad Saidov deemed his head turning TKO of Dustin Jacoby at UFC Abu Dhabi as "just the beginning."
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