Patricio Freire scores first-round KO over Doo Ho Choi at UFC 331
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:41 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Patricio Freire secured a decisive victory against Doo Ho Choi during their featherweight bout at UFC 331 on September 19, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The win, achieved by a knockout in the first round, comes as Freire seeks to extend his contract with the UFC. After a rocky start to his UFC career, Freire expressed his relief and elation post-fight, stating he felt comfortable and performed as if it were his UFC debut. He also called out Jean Silva for a potential matchup. Freire now holds a professional record of 38-9.
- •Freire knocks out Choi with a right hand in Round 1.
- •This fight was the final match of Freire's UFC contract.
- •Freire's record improved to 38-9 with the victory.
- •He apologized for previous performances and called out Jean Silva.
- •The fight took place at UFC 331 in Los Angeles.
- 4:41 AMYahoo Sports — Patricio ‘Pitbull’ makes violent case for new UFC deal with Round 1 KO
- 4:41 AMSherdog — Patricio ‘Pitbull’ makes violent case for new UFC deal with Round 1 KO
"Patricio Freire delivered a statement win in a bid to extend his stay in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
"Patricio Freire delivered a statement win in a bid to extend his stay in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 4:41 AMPatricio ‘Pitbull’ makes violent case for new UFC deal with Round 1 KO
Patricio Freire delivered a statement win in a bid to extend his stay in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
- SherdogSep 20, 2026, 4:41 AMPatricio ‘Pitbull’ makes violent case for new UFC deal with Round 1 KO
Patricio Freire delivered a statement win in a bid to extend his stay in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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