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Smilla Sundell earns UFC contract with win over Aline Pereira

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 6:25 AM

Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Smilla Sundell earns UFC contract with win over Aline Pereira
Summary

Smilla Sundell secured a UFC contract by defeating Aline Pereira at Meta Apex in Las Vegas during Week 10 of Dana White’s Contender Series Season 10 on October 14, 2026. Sundell won the matchup with a unanimous decision, scoring 29-28 on all three judges’ scorecards. Despite UFC CEO Dana White's initial concerns about her readiness, matchmaker Mick Maynard advocated for her signing. Sundell has had a diverse combat sports background since her early teens, emphasizing her preparedness for the UFC following the victory.

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  • •Sundell defeated Pereira with unanimous decision scores of 29-28.
  • •The fight occurred during Week 10 of Dana White's Contender Series.
  • •White had reservations about Sundell's experience before signing her.
  • •Sundell has been involved in combat sports since age 12.
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  • 6:25 AMYahoo Sports — Smilla Sundell beats Alex Pereira's sister, wins UFC deal despite doubts
  • 6:25 AMSherdog — Smilla Sundell beats Alex Pereira's sister, wins UFC deal despite doubts
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Smilla Sundell defeated Aline Pereira to earn an Ultimate Fighting Championship contract at Meta Apex in Las Vegas on Week 10 of Dana White’s Contender Series Season 10.

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Smilla Sundell defeated Aline Pereira to earn an Ultimate Fighting Championship contract at Meta Apex in Las Vegas on Week 10 of Dana White’s Contender Series Season 10.

— Sherdogby SouravChakraborty@sherdog.com (Sourav Chakraborty)
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