Dana White’s Contender Series: Season 6, Week 8 Full Fight Card, Date & Details
Dana White’s Contender Series: Season 6, Week 8
United States
Main Card • Final
Afghanistan
R3, 5:00
UFC Contract Awarded
Brazil
Russia
R1, 2:09
UFC Contract Awarded
R2, 2:37
UFC Contract Awarded
R2, 4:33
UFC Contract Awarded
Peru
R3, 5:00
UFC Contract Awarded
Official Event Results
UFC Contract
UFC Contract
Official Post-Fight Contract Awards
Official UFC Contract Recipients
Clean Sweep: UFC President Dana White awarded promotional contracts to all five victorious athletes on Week 8 (Farid Basharat, Ikram Aliskerov, Trevor Peek, Bruna Brasil, and Daniel Marcos).
Historic Knockout: Dana White praised Bruna Brasil’s highlight-reel head-kick knockout of Marnic Mann as the greatest female knockout finish in Contender Series history.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $5,000 | $5,000 | — | $10,000 | |
| WIN | $5,000 | $5,000 | — | $10,000 | |
| WIN | $5,000 | $5,000 | — | $10,000 | |
| WIN | $5,000 | $5,000 | — | $10,000 | |
| WIN | $5,000 | $5,000 | — | $10,000 | |
| LOSS | $5,000 | — | — | $5,000 | |
| LOSS | $5,000 | — | — | $5,000 | |
| LOSS | $5,000 | — | — | $5,000 | |
| LOSS | $5,000 | — | — | $5,000 | |
| LOSS | $5,000 | — | — | $5,000 |
*Disclosed standard bout agreements reported by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) for Dana White’s Contender Series. Competitors receive a $5,000 base show purse with an additional $5,000 win bonus. In lieu of traditional UFC performance cash bonuses, victorious fighters compete for multi-fight contracts with the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Historic Contender Series Records Set
Promotional Records Established at DWCS Season 6, Week 8
All five bout winners—Farid Basharat, Ikram Aliskerov, Trevor Peek, Bruna Brasil, and Daniel Marcos—earned UFC contracts, achieving a rare 100% signing rate for the card.
Bruna Brasil delivered a devastating second-round walk-off head kick KO against Marnic Mann, declared on-air by UFC President Dana White as the finest female knockout in Contender Series history.
Farid Basharat joined his older brother Javid Basharat as an active UFC bantamweight, making the Afghan-British brothers one of the few sibling duos competing simultaneously in the promotion.
Four-time Combat Sambo World Champion Ikram Aliskerov stopped three-time DWCS veteran Mario Sousa with a clinical kimura in just 2:09 of Round 1.
Trevor Peek weathered an early wrestling storm against Malik Lewis to deliver a violent Round 2 TKO stoppage, maintaining a flawless 100% career finish rate upon joining the UFC.
Peru’s undefeated 300 Sparta champion Daniel Marcos swept all three judges’ scorecards (30–27 x3) against Brandon Lewis to claim his UFC promotional contract.
The five contracts awarded elevated Season 6’s running total to 33 signed athletes across eight Tuesday cards, continuing a historic promotional talent harvest.
Farid Basharat connected on 116 of 177 significant strikes (65.5% accuracy) alongside 9:05 of control time in a commanding three-round bantamweight clinic.
Judges Sal D’Amato and Mike Bell both awarded Farid Basharat 30–26 scorecards against Allan Begosso, featuring dominant 10–8 margin rounds.
Three different undefeated fighters (Farid Basharat, Trevor Peek, and Daniel Marcos) kept their perfect professional records intact while securing promotional entry.
Ikram Aliskerov’s 2:09 submission stood as the fastest middleweight victory registered across the first eight weeks of Season 6.
The 10-fighter card showcased elite international diversity, featuring competitors representing Afghanistan, Russia, Peru, Brazil, and the United States.
When and where did Dana White’s Contender Series: Season 6, Week 8 take place?
Dana White’s Contender Series: Season 6, Week 8 took place on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Who won the main event between Farid Basharat and Allan Begosso?
Farid Basharat defeated Allan Begosso via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–26, 30–26) in a three-round bantamweight clash to earn a UFC contract.
Which fighters were awarded UFC contracts at DWCS Season 6, Week 8?
UFC President Dana White awarded contracts to all five bout winners: Farid Basharat, Ikram Aliskerov, Trevor Peek, Bruna Brasil, and Daniel Marcos.
How did Ikram Aliskerov win his fight against Mario Sousa?
Ikram Aliskerov defeated Mario Sousa via submission (kimura) at 2:09 of Round 1 in their middleweight co-main event.
What was significant about Bruna Brasil’s knockout of Marnic Mann?
Bruna Brasil scored a walk-off head kick KO at 4:33 of Round 2, which Dana White praised as the best female knockout in Contender Series history.
How did Trevor Peek defeat Malik Lewis?
Trevor Peek rallied from early takedowns to defeat Malik Lewis via TKO (punches from mount) at 2:37 of Round 2.
What was the result of Daniel Marcos vs. Brandon Lewis?
Peru’s Daniel Marcos defeated Brandon Lewis via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27), outstriking Lewis 81 to 45 in significant strikes.
How was Dana White’s Contender Series: Season 6, Week 8 broadcast?
The event streamed live in the United States exclusively on ESPN+, with international streaming provided via UFC Fight Pass.
Is Farid Basharat related to UFC fighter Javid Basharat?
Yes. Farid Basharat is the younger brother of UFC bantamweight Javid Basharat, who also earned his contract through the Contender Series in 2021.
What are the fighter purses for Dana White’s Contender Series?
According to the NSAC, standard DWCS contracts provide a $5,000 base purse to show and a $5,000 win bonus, yielding $10,000 for victorious athletes along with the opportunity to earn a UFC promotional contract.
Who were the commentators and announcer for the event?
The broadcast was called by Dan Hellie, Paul Felder, and Michael Bisping, with Joe Martinez handling Octagon announcing duties and Laura Sanko conducting post-fight interviews.
What were the official strike statistics for Farid Basharat vs. Allan Begosso?
Farid Basharat landed 116 of 177 significant strikes and amassed 9:05 of control time, while Allan Begosso landed 27 of 67 significant strikes and attempted two submissions.
Who was the biggest betting favorite at DWCS Season 6, Week 8?
Middleweight Ikram Aliskerov (-550) was the heaviest favorite on the card against Mario Sousa (+400), winning via first-round submission.
Did any betting underdogs win at DWCS Season 6, Week 8?
Yes. Lightweight Trevor Peek (+150) pulled off an underdog victory by finishing betting favorite Malik Lewis (-180) via second-round TKO.
Is DWCS Season 6, Week 8 also known by another name?
Yes. Within historical databases such as Sherdog and Tapology, the card is officially cataloged as Dana White’s Contender Series 54 or DWCS 6.8.
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