Salahdine Parnasse defeats Dan Hooker by TKO at UFC Fight Night 287
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 5:50 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Salahdine Parnasse secured a victory in his UFC debut on Saturday at Accor Arena in Paris. Parnasse stopped Dan Hooker via TKO in less than three minutes to bolster his standing in the lightweight division. Following the win, Parnasse called out former UFC champion Max Holloway. The lightweight division remains competitive, with several high-profile fighters like Justin Gaethje, Charles Oliveira, Ilia Topuria, and Paddy Pimblett influencing potential matchmaking. Future matchups for Parnasse are uncertain as UFC officials evaluate the depth of the 155-pound roster. The performance established Parnasse as a potential contender following a widely recognized debut effort.
- •Salahdine Parnasse defeated Dan Hooker by TKO at UFC Fight Night 287 on September 6.
- •The match took place at the Accor Arena in Paris.
- •Parnasse called out Max Holloway for his next potential opponent.
- •The lightweight division includes other notable competitors like Justin Gaethje and Charles Oliveira.
- 5:50 PMYahoo Sports — Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Salahdine Parnasse after UFC Paris win?
"What does the future hold for UFC Paris main event winner Salahdine Parnasse? We attempt to play matchmaker.
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