Piero Guaylupo and Callum Connor Earn UFC Contracts Following Record-Setting Contender Series War

Piero Guaylupo and Callum Connor have both been awarded UFC contracts following an intense, record-setting performance on Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS) on September 22, 2026. The matchup, widely described as one of the most entertaining scraps of the year, saw the two fighters engage in a high-volume striking battle that shattered existing statistical benchmarks for the series. According to reports, the fight produced striking numbers that surpassed the records previously held by the iconic 2018 encounter between Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier. The blood-soaked contest served as a highlight of the latest Contender Series card, earning both men a spot on the UFC roster for their exceptional display of durability and offensive output. Dana White and the promotional brass moved to sign both athletes immediately following the final bell, citing the high level of competition demonstrated throughout the duration of the fight.

Source: MMA Mania.