UFC Fight Night: Medić vs. Rodriguez Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Medić vs. Rodriguez
Serbia
Main Card • Final
R1, 0:30
Performance of the Night
R1, 2:56
Performance of the Night
R3, 5:00
R1, 4:14
Finish Bonus
R1, 1:01
Performance of the Night
R1, 1:21
Finish Bonus
Montenegro
Prelims • Final
R2, 4:07
Finish Bonus
Slovakia
R1, 1:49
Finish Bonus
Wales
R3, 5:00
Russia
R2, 4:33
Finish Bonus
R1, 4:41
Finish Bonus
Canada
R1, 3:41
Performance of the Night
R1, 2:22
Finish Bonus
Germany
R1, 3:20
Finish Bonus
Official Event Results
$100k Bonus
$25k Bonus
$25k Bonus
$100k Bonus
$25k Bonus
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
Performance & Finish Bonus Recipients
Uroš Medić
+$100k (Performance of the Night)
Navajo Stirling
+$100k (Performance of the Night)
Gilbert Urbina
+$100k (Performance of the Night)
Nina Nikolija Milošević
+$100k (Performance of the Night)
Robert Valentin
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Noah Gugnon
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Tofiq Musayev
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Michael Oliveira
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Bogdan Grad
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Mateusz Rębecki
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Jovan Leka
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Stephanie Luciano
+$25k (Finish Bonus)
Fight of the Night: No bonus awarded.
Performance of the Night: Uroš Medić, Navajo Stirling, Gilbert Urbina, and Nina Nikolija Milošević each received an elevated $100,000 bonus.
Finish Bonus: The other eight stoppage winners on the card—Robert Valentin, Noah Gugnon, Tofiq Musayev, Michael Oliveira, Bogdan Grad, Mateusz Rębecki, Jovan Leka, and Stephanie Luciano—each received an additional $25,000 finish bonus.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | — | — | $100,000 | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | $100,000 | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | $100,000 | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | — | $100,000 | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — | |
| WIN | — | $25,000 | — | — | |
| LOSS | — | — | — | — |
*Base purses are not officially disclosed by Serbian athletic authorities. Official post-fight bonuses awarded by the promotion include $100,000 Performance of the Night bonuses and $25,000 Finish Bonuses for all other stoppage winners.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Medić vs. Rodriguez
The event broke the modern UFC record for most first-round finishes on a single fight card, producing 10 opening-round stoppages and surpassing the previous record of 8 set at UFC 329.
With 12 stoppage outcomes across 14 bouts, the event set the modern UFC record for most finishes on a single card, eclipsing the previous benchmark of 11 shared by UFC Fight Night 55, UFC 224, UFC 281, and UFC 329.
Belgrade Arena served as the host venue for the UFC’s inaugural event in Serbia, officially making Serbia the 33rd country to host a UFC fight card.
Uroš Medić registered a 30-second knockout over Daniel Rodriguez, marking one of the fastest main event welterweight finishes in UFC history.
Twelve of the fourteen contested bouts ended inside the distance, producing an extraordinary 85.7% finish rate across the entire event.
Seven fighters earned opening-round KO/TKO victories (Medić, Stirling, Urbina, Oliveira, Rębecki, Milošević, Leka), matching an all-time promotional single-event record.
Robert Valentin, Noah Gugnon, and Stephanie Luciano each secured tapouts inside the opening five minutes, bolstering the historic first-round finish total.
Hometown athletes made a commanding impression at their nation’s promotional debut, securing five victories highlighted by four stoppages (Medić, Rakić, Nikolić, Milošević, Leka).
The promotion rewarded four fighters (Uroš Medić, Navajo Stirling, Gilbert Urbina, Nina Nikolija Milošević) with elevated $100,000 Performance of the Night honors alongside eight $25,000 finish bonuses.
Stepping in on short notice, undefeated contender Navajo Stirling finished former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jan Błachowicz via TKO in round 1 to remain 11-0.
The sold-out crowd of 18,623 fans generated a gate of $2,490,023 at Belgrade Arena, establishing a new indoor combat sports gate and attendance record in the Balkans.
Nina Nikolija Milošević registered a rare first-round body-punch stoppage over Hailey Cowan, marking one of the fastest debut body-shot finishes in UFC women’s bantamweight history.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Medić vs. Rodriguez take place?
UFC Fight Night: Medić vs. Rodriguez took place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Belgrade Arena in Belgrade, Serbia.
Who won the main event between Uroš Medić and Daniel Rodriguez?
Uroš Medić won the main event, defeating Daniel Rodriguez via TKO (punches) in just 30 seconds of Round 1.
Who won the co-main event between Navajo Stirling and Jan Błachowicz?
Undefeated prospect Navajo Stirling defeated former light heavyweight champion Jan Błachowicz via TKO (elbows and punches) at 2:56 of Round 1.
What historic UFC record was set for first-round finishes at this event?
The event established a new modern UFC record with 10 first-round finishes, surpassing the previous record of 8 opening-round finishes set at UFC 329.
How many total finishes occurred at UFC Fight Night: Medić vs. Rodriguez?
The event recorded 12 total finishes out of 14 bouts, breaking the modern UFC record of 11 previously shared by five separate events.
Who won the official bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Medić vs. Rodriguez?
Four fighters received elevated $100,000 Performance of the Night bonuses: Uroš Medić, Navajo Stirling, Gilbert Urbina, and Nina Nikolija Milošević. The other eight stoppage winners each earned an additional $25,000 finish bonus.
Was there a Fight of the Night bonus awarded?
No. No Fight of the Night bonus was awarded for this event, as the promotion allocated funds to elevated individual performance and finish bonuses.
What was the result of the heavyweight fight between Aleksandar Rakić and Marcin Tybura?
Aleksandar Rakić defeated Marcin Tybura via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) in their three-round heavyweight clash.
Was this the first UFC event held in Serbia?
Yes. This card marked the UFC’s promotional debut in Serbia, making the country the 33rd nation globally to host a UFC event.
What was the live gate and attendance at Belgrade Arena?
The event drew a crowd of 18,623 attendees and produced a live gate revenue of $2,490,023.
Where was the event broadcast in the United States?
Both the preliminary card and main card were streamed live across the United States on Paramount+.
How did Nina Nikolija Milošević win her fight?
Nina Nikolija Milošević stopped Hailey Cowan via TKO (punch to the body) at 3:41 of Round 1, earning a $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
What was the outcome of Gilbert Urbina vs. Vlasto Čepo?
Gilbert Urbina defeated Vlasto Čepo via TKO (punches and elbows) at 1:01 of Round 1.
How did Robert Valentin defeat Duško Todorović?
Robert Valentin secured a guillotine choke submission at 4:14 of Round 1 to earn a victory and a $25,000 finish bonus.
How many total bouts were featured on the fight card?
The fight card featured 14 total bouts, consisting of 6 main card bouts and 8 preliminary bouts.
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