Steve Erceg addresses knockout loss at UFC Abu Dhabi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 2:19 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Steve Erceg suffered a knockout loss to Ramazonbek Temirov in the co-main event at UFC Abu Dhabi, marking Erceg's fourth defeat in the UFC. Temirov showcased a power advantage, finishing Erceg in the first round with two right hands after a series of strikes. Erceg expressed gratitude for the fight opportunity and support from his family, stating he plans to return stronger. Previously, Erceg had aimed to utilize his endurance against Temirov, but the fight concluded quickly. Temirov has now finished two of his three UFC victories in the first round.
- •Erceg lost to Temirov at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 27, 2026.
- •The fight ended in the first round after Temirov's powerful strikes.
- •Erceg thanked the UFC and his supporters in an Instagram video.
- •Erceg's record now stands at 14 wins and 5 losses.
- •Temirov improved to 20 wins and 3 losses with this victory.
- 9:05 PMYahoo Sports — Former UFC title challenger releases statement following brutal knockout loss, gets booted from rankings
- 2:19 AMYahoo Sports — Steve Erceg breaks silence after brutal UFC Abu Dhabi knockout loss
"“Astroboy” is fine. Former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Flyweight title challenger Steve Erceg suffered a brutal first-round knockout loss to up-and-coming heavy hitter Ramazan Temirov in the co-main event of UFC Abu Dhabi this past weekend inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (watch highlights). Following the loss, Erceg took to Instagram to […]
"Steve Erceg has addressed his brutal loss to Ramazonbek Temirov, marking the former title challenger’s fourth defeat in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 9:05 PMFormer UFC title challenger releases statement following brutal knockout loss, gets booted from rankings
“Astroboy” is fine. Former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Flyweight title challenger Steve Erceg suffered a brutal first-round knockout loss to up-and-coming heavy hitter Ramazan Temirov in the co-main event of UFC Abu Dhabi this past weekend inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (watch highlights). Following the loss, Erceg took to Instagram to […]
- Yahoo SportsJul 27, 2026, 2:19 AMSteve Erceg breaks silence after brutal UFC Abu Dhabi knockout loss
Steve Erceg has addressed his brutal loss to Ramazonbek Temirov, marking the former title challenger’s fourth defeat in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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