UFC re-signs Robelis Despaigne after knockout in MVP MMA event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 5:13 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Robelis Despaigne has been re-signed to the UFC following a knockout victory over Junior dos Santos in May at the MVP MMA event. The Cuban heavyweight, who has a record of 6-2, gained attention after competing and excelling in Karate Combat. Despaigne's recent performance included multiple quick knockouts, leading to a heavyweight title win in Karate Combat, and now he is set to return to the UFC, with no opponent or date announced for his comeback.
- •Robelis Despaigne has a record of 6-2 in MMA.
- •He scored a knockout victory over Junior dos Santos at MVP MMA.
- •Despaigne won a heavyweight title in Karate Combat after multiple fast knockouts.
- •His return to the UFC comes after a successful stint in other promotions.
- •No opponent or return date has been announced yet.
- 5:13 PMYahoo Sports — UFC re-signs hulking heavyweight after recent crushing knockout victory
"As it turns out, one victory in MMA outside of the Ultimate Fighting Championship can be enough to earn a call to come back.
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