Valter Walker submits Thomas Petersen with calf slicer at UFC Abu Dhabi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 4:04 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Valter Walker faced Thomas Petersen at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25, 2026. After previously earning four wins via heel hook, Walker transitioned and secured a calf slicer submission to finish the fight. Petersen defended against an initial heel hook but was caught by Walker soon after. This victory highlights Walker's adaptability in the octagon and adds to his submission repertoire.
- •Walker had a four-fight win streak prior to this match.
- •He attempted a heel hook before securing the calf slicer.
- •The fight took place at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
- •This submission marks a shift from Walker's previous finishing style.
- 4:04 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Abu Dhabi Highlights! Valter Walker Ends Heel Hook Streak, Snatches Up Calf Slicer Instead
"Valter Walker may have finally ended his epic heel hook finish streak earlier today (Sat., July 25, 2026) at UFC Abu Dhabi LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE, but the Brazilian heavyweight still ended up earning one of the rarest submissions in mixed martial arts (MMA). Walker, 28, came into […]
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