UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov
Saudi Arabia
Main Card • Final
France
R2, 0:30
Performance of the Night
Nigeria
England
R3, 5:00
Russia
R3, 5:00
Suriname
Brazil
R3, 5:00
Fight of the Night
R3, 5:00
United States
Prelims • Final
Tajikistan
R3, 5:00
Australia
Bahrain
R1, 3:12
R1, 2:01
Denmark
Canada
R3, 5:00
Austria
R2, 4:22
Performance of the Night
Egypt
R3, 5:00
Official Event Results
$50k FOTN
$50k Bonus
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: Vinicius Oliveira and Said Nurmagomedov were each awarded $50,000 for their high-paced bantamweight war on the main card.
Performance of the Night: Nassourdine Imavov and Bogdan Grad earned $50,000 performance bonuses for their respective knockout stoppages.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $150,000 | $150,000 | $50,000 | $350,000 | |
| LOSS | $1,000,000 | — | — | $1,000,000 | |
| WIN | $150,000 | $100,000 | — | $250,000 | |
| LOSS | $65,000 | — | — | $65,000 | |
| WIN | $100,000 | $100,000 | — | $200,000 | |
| LOSS | $90,000 | — | — | $90,000 | |
| WIN | $28,000 | $28,000 | $50,000 | $106,000 | |
| LOSS | $45,000 | — | $50,000 | $95,000 | |
| WIN | $38,000 | $38,000 | — | $76,000 | |
| LOSS | $32,000 | — | — | $32,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | — | $48,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $28,000 | $28,000 | — | $56,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $14,000 | |
| WIN | $48,000 | $48,000 | — | $96,000 | |
| LOSS | $32,000 | — | — | $32,000 | |
| WIN | $42,000 | $42,000 | — | $84,000 | |
| LOSS | $50,000 | — | — | $50,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | $54,200 | $78,200 | |
| LOSS | $9,800 | — | — | $9,800 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000 | — | — | $16,000 |
*Purses and payout totals reflect industry estimates and contractual disclosures. Lucas Alexander was fined 30% of his purse ($4,200) for missing the featherweight weight limit (148.5 lb), with the penalty forfeited to Bogdan Grad. Total estimated compensation includes official post-fight $50,000 bonus awards.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov
Nassourdine Imavov secured the biggest victory of his career by knocking out former two-time middleweight champion Israel Adesanya at 0:30 of round 2.
Israel Adesanya suffered the first three-fight skid of his mixed martial arts career (Sean Strickland, Dricus du Plessis, Nassourdine Imavov).
Michael Page delivered a signature striking showcase to hand Russian standout Sharabutdin Magomedov the first defeat of his professional MMA career (17-1).
The card marked the UFC’s second event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, following the promotion’s historic debut at UFC on ABC: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov in June 2024.
Sergei Pavlovich showcased expanded wrestling by completing 2 of 2 takedowns and racking up 6 minutes and 17 seconds of control time against Jairzinho Rozenstruik.
Vinicius Oliveira earned his second consecutive $50,000 Fight of the Night bonus following a 15-minute striking war against Said Nurmagomedov.
Farès Ziam registered 7:11 of ground control and converted 4 takedowns to sweep the judges’ scorecards (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) against Mike Davis.
Jasmine Jasudavicius landed 164 total strikes and controlled former bantamweight title challenger Mayra Bueno Silva for 7 minutes and 11 seconds.
Terrance McKinney extended his reputation as one of the promotion’s fastest finishers, recording his 6th career first-round UFC stoppage with a 2:01 TKO of Damir Hadžović.
Austrian newcomer Bogdan Grad defeated Lucas Alexander via second-round TKO, claiming a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus after Alexander missed weight.
Shamil Gaziev landed 14 significant strikes and a knockdown in under four minutes to dispatch American heavyweight Thomas Petersen via first-round knockout.
Egyptian Olympian Hamdy Abdelwahab edged Jamal Pogues by split decision, recording his 7th career victory in front of the regional Riyadh crowd.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov take place?
UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov took place on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the anb Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Who won the main event between Israel Adesanya and Nassourdine Imavov?
France’s Nassourdine Imavov defeated former two-time champion Israel Adesanya via TKO (punches) at 0:30 of Round 2.
Who won the co-main event?
England’s Michael Page defeated previously undefeated contender Shara Magomedov via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 29–28).
Who won the post-fight bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov?
Vinicius Oliveira vs. Said Nurmagomedov received Fight of the Night ($50,000 each). Nassourdine Imavov and Bogdan Grad each earned Performance of the Night ($50,000 each).
Did any fighters miss weight for this event?
Yes. Lucas Alexander weighed in at 148.5 lbs, 2.5 lbs over the featherweight non-title limit. He was fined 30% of his purse, which was awarded to opponent Bogdan Grad.
How was the event broadcast in the United States?
The entire event, including both preliminary bouts and the main card, streamed live across the United States on ESPN+.
How did Sergei Pavlovich defeat Jairzinho Rozenstruik?
Sergei Pavlovich won via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) by leaning on heavy ground control, completing two takedowns, and landing 145 total strikes.
What was the fastest finish on the card?
The fastest finish was scored by Terrance McKinney, who stopped Damir Hadžović via TKO (punches) at 2:01 of Round 1.
Who were the commentators and announcer for the event?
The broadcast booth featured play-by-play caller Brendan Fitzgerald alongside color commentators Daniel Cormier and Michael Bisping, with Joe Martinez serving as the cage announcer.
How did Jasmine Jasudavicius defeat Mayra Bueno Silva?
Jasmine Jasudavicius swept the scorecards via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) behind 3 takedowns and over 7 minutes of dominant ground control.
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