Preston LaGrange earns UFC contract with first-round knockout
Sherdog • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 4:52 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Preston LaGrange scored a first-round knockout against Nell Ariano on Dana White's Contender Series in Las Vegas on October 6, securing an Ultimate Fighting Championship contract. LaGrange, who accepted the fight on short notice and moved up a weight class, impressed Dana White and UFC matchmakers with his performance. Following the fight, he expressed eagerness for his UFC debut and readiness to fight anytime. LaGrange's victory marks a significant moment in his career as he transitions to the UFC roster.
- •LaGrange took the fight on two weeks' notice and weighed 199.5 pounds.
- •He was a +400 underdog against heavyweight favorite Nell Ariano.
- •The bout occurred during Week 9 of DWCS Season 10.
- •LaGrange holds a professional record of 7-1 after the victory.
- •He indicated he is ready for a quick turnaround for his UFC debut.
- 4:52 AMSherdog — +400 underdog Preston LaGrange scores stunning KO to earn UFC contract
- 4:52 AMYahoo Sports — +400 underdog Preston LaGrange scores stunning KO to earn UFC contract
"Preston LaGrange made the most of a short-notice opportunity Tuesday, earning an Ultimate Fighting Championship contract with a first-round knockout on Dana White’s Contender Series.
"Preston LaGrange made the most of a short-notice opportunity Tuesday, earning an Ultimate Fighting Championship contract with a first-round knockout on Dana White’s Contender Series.
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External links- SherdogOct 7, 2026, 4:52 AM+400 underdog Preston LaGrange scores stunning KO to earn UFC contract
Preston LaGrange made the most of a short-notice opportunity Tuesday, earning an Ultimate Fighting Championship contract with a first-round knockout on Dana White’s Contender Series.
- Yahoo SportsOct 7, 2026, 4:52 AM+400 underdog Preston LaGrange scores stunning KO to earn UFC contract
Preston LaGrange made the most of a short-notice opportunity Tuesday, earning an Ultimate Fighting Championship contract with a first-round knockout on Dana White’s Contender Series.
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