RJ Harris knocks out Alvin Hines with uppercut at UFC Oklahoma City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 9:59 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
RJ Harris made a strong debut at UFC Fight Night 281 in Oklahoma City on July 18, 2026, finishing Alvin Hines by TKO in the first round. Harris connected with a right uppercut that lifted Hines off his feet, leading to a rapid series of punches. Referee Nick Berens stopped the match at 1:40 of Round 1. Harris improves to 6-0 in his MMA career, marking his fifth finish in six bouts. Hines, now 0-2 in UFC competition, had previously tested positive for a banned substance, leading to a suspension.
- •RJ Harris defeats Alvin Hines via TKO in Round 1
- •Match ended at 1:40 with referee stoppage
- •Harris improves to 6-0 in MMA, with five finishes
- •Hines drops to 0-2 in UFC following suspension last year
- •Event took place at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City
- 9:59 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Oklahoma City video: RJ Harris uppercut sends Alvin Hines airborne
"Alvin Hines weighs 264 pounds and was elevated clean off his feet by this uppercut from UFC debutant RJ Harris.
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