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Vinicius Oliveira stops Andre Fili amid controversy over illegal shots

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Vinicius Oliveira stops Andre Fili amid controversy over illegal shots

Summary

Vinicius Oliveira finished Andre Fili in the second round at UFC Vegas 119 on June 20, 2026, in Las Vegas. The contest began competitively, with both fighters exchanging strikes. However, the fight concluded with Oliveira's elbows, which Fili argued struck the back of his head. After the bout, Fili expressed his frustration on social media about the illegal shots contributing to the stoppage. He has yet to file an official appeal against the referee's decision, despite pointing to video evidence of the foul.

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By the Numbers

•Oliveira finished Fili with elbows in the second round.
•The fight was competitive until the final moments.
•Fili complained about illegal shots after the fight.
•He has not formally appealed the decision yet.
•Fili posted evidence of the illegal strikes on social media.

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What they're saying

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Just a couple days ago (Sat., June 20, 2026), UFC Featherweight veteran Andre Fili was stopped by Brazilian power puncher Vinicius Oliveira in the second round (watch here) at UFC Vegas 119. The fight was competitive from the first bell. “Lokdog” pressured his opponent early and attacked the calf often, but Fili fired back with […]
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