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Luis Hernandez Responds to UFC Veteran Following Quick Debut

By MMAReign News Desk·Sep 30, 2026 • 1:06 PM

Following two rapid submission victories in 11 days, Luis Hernandez has issued a fiery response to a UFC veteran who recently called him out.

Following a successful UFC debut at UFC Vegas 121, newcomer Luis Hernandez has addressed a callout issued by a promotional veteran. Hernandez, who secured a 57-second submission victory over Sedriques Dumas this past Saturday, made a strong impression after earning a UFC contract on Dana White’s Contender Series less than two weeks prior.

Hernandez has quickly built momentum, logging two submission wins within an 11-day span. Addressing the recent challenge from an unnamed veteran, Hernandez dismissed the invitation with a brash response, stating he intends to "retire him and send him to an old person’s home." The exchange highlights the rising profile of the prospect, who has maintained an aggressive pace early in his tenure with the organization.

While Hernandez has not publicly identified the specific veteran who issued the callout, the development underscores his immediate transition into the division's active roster. Given his recent back-to-back finishes, Hernandez appears to be seeking a quick turnaround as he looks to climb the ranks. The promotional newcomer is currently one of the most active fighters on the roster, and his willingness to engage in verbal sparring suggests he is ready to take on established names immediately.


Source: MMA Fighting.

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