Akbar Abdullaev Secures UFC Contract with 19-Second Knockout on Contender Series

Akbar Abdullaev made a powerful impression during Week 6 of Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS) Season 10 on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Competing at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, the former ONE Championship standout defeated Ednilson Santos in just 19 seconds.

Abdullaev, who entered the bout as a highly regarded prospect, needed less than half a minute to secure a knockout victory. The rapid finish against Santos, a training partner of Alex Pereira, served as a definitive showcase of Abdullaev's finishing ability.

Following the performance, Abdullaev appears poised to transition into the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) roster. While official contract signings on the series are subject to Dana White's post-event announcement, the decisive nature of the victory significantly bolsters his standing within the promotion's recruitment pipeline. No further information regarding his promotional debut has been confirmed at this time.

Source: MMA Mania.