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UFC signs former KSW champion Roberto Soldic to the welterweight roster

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 12:00 AM

Last updated Sep 5, 2026

UFC signs former KSW champion Roberto Soldic to the welterweight roster

Summary

The UFC has officially signed Croatian fighter Roberto Soldic to compete in the 170-pound division. Known as Robocop, the 31-year-old enters the promotion with a 21-4 professional record and a history as a two-division KSW champion. His professional background includes split bouts against former UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis. Soldic previously competed for One Championship between 2022 and his recent departure from that organization. While contract terms were not disclosed, reports indicate that a debut for the fighter is being discussed for the UFC 334 event scheduled for November 14 in New York. The signing represents a direct addition to the roster for the veteran knockout artist rather than a progression through the Contender Series.

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•Roberto Soldic signed a contract to compete at 170 pounds in the UFC.
•The fighter holds a 21-4 record with 18 career knockouts.
•Soldic is a former double champion in the KSW promotion.
•A potential debut is rumored for UFC 334 on November 14 in New York.
•Soldic previously split two professional matches against Dricus du Plessis.

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The UFC Welterweight division just got even more exciting. According to a first report from Pelunaton, Roberto Soldic has officially signed with the UFC and will be competing at 170 pounds. Croatia’s “Robocop” may not be a household name in the US, but the ferocious knockout artist is a highly accomplished finisher. 21-4 overall, the […]
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