Tom Nolan calls out Renato Moicano after UFC Vegas 118 win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Tom Nolan expressed a desire to fight Renato Moicano following his victory over Fares Ziam at UFC Fight Night 278 on June 7, 2026. Nolan, now holding a professional MMA record of 11-1, stated he is looking for challenging fights and respects Moicano's skills. He mentioned Moicano's impressive grappling and striking abilities and noted the importance of this matchup for his career aspirations. Nolan aims to prove himself further in the UFC lightweight division and secure a place among the top contenders.
- •Tom Nolan won by unanimous decision against Fares Ziam on June 7, 2026.
- •Nolan has a professional record of 11-1 and 5-1 in the UFC.
- •He aims to challenge himself against Renato Moicano next.
- •Nolan praised Moicano's grappling and striking skills.
- •A victory over Moicano could position Nolan in the top five of the lightweight rankings.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — UFC lightweight Tom Nolan wants 'Not So Easy Money' Renato Moicano
"Tom Nolan wants to battle 'not so easy money' Renato Moicano after Saturday's UFC Vegas 118 win.
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