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Six rookies debut at UFC Abu Dhabi with mixed results

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 11:20 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Six rookies debut at UFC Abu Dhabi with mixed results
Summary

At UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25, 2026, six rookies made their debut, posting a collective 5-1 record. Magomed Zaynukov earned significant attention by defeating Damian Rzepecki via unanimous decision after a dominant performance. Zaynukov effectively countered Rzepecki's aggression with precise strikes. Abubakar Vagaev achieved a decision win over Saygid Izagakhmaev, though his performance raised concerns about his future in the UFC. Muhammad Saidov shone with a second-round TKO against veteran Dustin Jacoby, marking him as a standout. The event reflects UFC's ongoing effort to incorporate fresh talent into its roster.

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  • •Zaynukov defeated Rzepecki by unanimous decision.
  • •Vagaev won a competitive decision against Izagakhmaev.
  • •Saidov achieved a TKO victory over Jacoby in round two.
  • •Rookies went 5-1 collectively at UFC Abu Dhabi.
  • •Event took place on July 25, 2026, in Abu Dhabi.
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  • 11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Rookie Report Card: Grading all Octagon newcomers UFC Abu Dhabi post-mortem
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You only get one Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) debut! Six rookies stepped into the Octagon yesterday (Sat., July 25, 2026) at UFC Abu Dhabi inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Collectively, the newcomers went 5-1, with a couple of them leaving Abu Dhabi with memorable performances and a few others raising more […]

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