Sean King III earns full-time UFC fighter status after Noche UFC KO
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Sean King III made an impressive debut in the UFC by achieving a 36-second knockout of Jessie Rosas at UFC Fight Night 288 in Glendale, Arizona on September 16, 2026. King, now 7-0 in MMA, received a $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus, allowing him to commit full-time to his fighting career. He highlighted the difficulties of working construction while training and expressed gratitude for the win's significance. King plans to compete again by the end of the year, potentially targeting UFC 335 on December 12, 2026.
- •King earned a 36-second knockout at UFC Fight Night 288.
- •He received a $100,000 bonus for his performance.
- •King transitions from part-time construction work to full-time UFC fighter.
- •He targets a possible fight at UFC 335 on December 12, 2026.
- •King holds a 7-0 MMA record following his debut.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Sean King III a 'full-time UFC fighter' after bonus-winning KO at Noche UFC
"Sean King III made a life-changing UFC debut.
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