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Trent Miller wins with Von Flue choke, earns UFC contract

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Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Trent Miller wins with Von Flue choke, earns UFC contract
Summary

Trent Miller secured a second-round submission victory over Douglas Rodrigues at Dana White's Contender Series on August 19, 2026, marking the first Von Flue choke in the series since 2022. After facing adversity in the opening round, Miller turned the fight around, demonstrating superior cardio. Following the win, he expressed a desire to improve his performance by avoiding early strikes before responding. Miller's victory earns him a UFC contract, reflecting a significant career advancement.

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  • •Miller improves his record to 10-3 MMA, 1-0 UFC with this win.
  • •The fight took place at Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
  • •Miller plans to address his habit of being hit before responding.
  • •The victory featured Miller's effective use of the Von Flue choke.
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  • 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Trent Miller decided to 'send it' with Von Flue choke, hopes to shake bad habit in UFC
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Trent Miller was the biggest underdog at Dana White's Contender Series on Tuesday.

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