Uros Medic shines in UFC Serbia; PFL and MVP set for merger
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Uros Medic secured a rapid victory over Daniel Rodriguez in just 30 seconds at UFC Fight Night 282, held in Serbia. This win extends Medic's record to 4-0, all by stoppage. In another development, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) is set to merge with MVP MMA starting in 2027, combining their rosters and resources. Usman Nurmagomedov exited the PFL as a free agent after defending his lightweight title against Archie Colgan at PFL New York. Meanwhile, Anthony Smith faces legal issues following allegations of threatening behavior. The PFL Charlotte event is scheduled for this Friday.
- •Uros Medic finishes Daniel Rodriguez in 30 seconds at UFC Serbia.
- •Medic's record improves to 4-0, all wins by stoppage.
- •PFL and MVP MMA merger set for start of 2027.
- •Usman Nurmagomedov becomes a free agent after PFL New York.
- •Anthony Smith faces arrest for alleged threatening behavior.
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Spinning Back Clique: MVP-PFL merger, Medic dominates, Usman's future
"On the latest episode of "Spinning Back Clique," our panel discusses the MVP MMA and PFL merger, Usman Nurmagomedov's future, and more.
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