UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold
Brazil
Main Card • Final
R1, 2:32
Knockout of the Night
United States
R1, 3:37
Submission of the Night
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
R1, 3:08
R2, 2:34
R3, 5:00
R1, 2:31
R3, 5:00
Canada
Early Prelims • Final
R2, 1:07
Russia
R3, 5:00
R3, 0:13
Fight of the Night
Official Event Results
$50k Bonus
$50k Bonus
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: Lucas Martins and Jeremy Larsen each earned $50,000 for their ferocious three-round brawl that concluded with Martins scoring a walk-off knockout 13 seconds into Round 3.
Knockout of the Night: Vitor Belfort collected $50,000 for his spectacular first-round spinning heel kick and follow-up punches to finish Luke Rockhold.
Submission of the Night: Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza earned $50,000 in his promotional debut for submitting Chris Camozzi with a first-round arm-triangle choke.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
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| WIN | — | — | $50,000 | $50,000+ | |
| LOSS | — | — | $50,000 | $50,000+ |
*Purses and contractual show/win bonuses were not publicly disclosed by the Brazilian MMA Athletic Commission (CABMMA). Disclosed payout figures reflect officially confirmed post-fight performance bonuses ($50,000 each) awarded by the promotion.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold
Vitor Belfort’s highlight-reel spinning heel kick knockout of Luke Rockhold earned the 2013 Knockout of the Year at the World MMA Awards, cementing it as one of the most iconic kicks in MMA history.
Vitor Belfort became the first fighter in UFC history to score consecutive head-kick knockout victories in promotional main events, following his finish of Michael Bisping at UFC on FX 7.
With his 2:32 stoppage of Luke Rockhold, Belfort extended his UFC record for the most first-round finishes in modern promotional history at the time.
Belfort claimed his fourth career Knockout of the Night award, moving into a tie for second-most all-time behind Anderson Silva in the UFC record books.
Former Strikeforce champion Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza executed a flawless promotional debut, submitting Chris Camozzi via arm-triangle choke in 3:37 of Round 1 to claim Submission of the Night.
John Lineker knocked down Azamat Gashimov three times, tying the all-time UFC flyweight record for most knockdowns scored in a single 125-pound bout.
Lineker recorded one of the earliest liver-strike TKO finishes in flyweight division history, folding Gashimov with devastating body hooks in Round 2.
Lucas Martins’ 13-second Round 3 knockout of Jeremy Larsen launched his path toward becoming the first fighter in UFC history to win by stoppage in three separate weight divisions.
Gleison Tibau submitted John Cholish via second-round guillotine choke, tying for the second-most victories in UFC lightweight history (13 wins) alongside modern division pioneers.
Fabio Maldonado unleashed an extraordinary body-punch assault on Roger Hollett, landing 56 significant body strikes, one of the highest body strike counts ever recorded in a 3-round 205-pound bout.
Martins and Larsen landed 91 significant strikes and exchanged knockdowns in an explosive duel that earned preliminary Fight of the Night honors.
UFC on FX 8 marked the premier mixed martial arts event held in Jaraguá do Sul and Santa Catarina, drawing 7,642 fans inside Arena Jaraguá.
When and where did UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold take place?
UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold (also known as UFC on FX 8) took place on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at the Arena Jaraguá in Jaraguá do Sul, Santa Catarina, Brazil.
Who won the main event between Vitor Belfort and Luke Rockhold?
Vitor Belfort defeated Luke Rockhold via knockout (spinning heel kick and punches) at 2:32 of Round 1 in their middleweight headliner.
Who won the co-main event at UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold?
Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza defeated Chris Camozzi via technical submission (arm-triangle choke) at 3:37 of Round 1 in their middleweight clash.
Who won the post-fight bonus awards at UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold?
Four fighters earned $50,000 post-fight bonuses: Lucas Martins vs. Jeremy Larsen (Fight of the Night), Vitor Belfort (Knockout of the Night), and Ronaldo Souza (Submission of the Night).
What was the result of Rafael dos Anjos vs. Evan Dunham?
Rafael dos Anjos defeated Evan Dunham via unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28) in a three-round lightweight main card showcase.
What was the attendance and gate for UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold?
The event drew an official crowd of 7,642 spectators inside Arena Jaraguá. Live gate revenue figures in Brazil were not publicly disclosed by the promotion.
Was this Luke Rockhold’s UFC debut?
Yes. Luke Rockhold was the reigning and final Strikeforce Middleweight Champion making his promotional Octagon debut in this main event bout.
How did John Lineker defeat Azamat Gashimov?
John Lineker defeated Azamat Gashimov via TKO (punches) at 1:07 of Round 2 after scoring three knockdowns during the flyweight contest.
Which fight earned Fight of the Night honors at UFC on FX 8?
The preliminary lightweight battle between Lucas Martins and Jeremy Larsen earned Fight of the Night, ending with Martins landing a dramatic knockout punch just 13 seconds into Round 3.
How did Gleison Tibau win against John Cholish?
Gleison Tibau submitted John Cholish via guillotine choke at 2:34 of Round 2, earning his 13th promotional lightweight victory.
How was UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold broadcast?
The main card aired live on FX, preliminary bouts were broadcast on FUEL TV, and early preliminary fights streamed internationally on Facebook.
Who were the commentators and announcer for the event?
Play-by-play announcer Jon Anik and color commentator Kenny Florian called the fights cage-side, while Bruce Buffer served as the official Octagon announcer.
Did Vitor Belfort’s spinning heel kick win Knockout of the Year?
Yes. Vitor Belfort’s spinning heel kick finish over Luke Rockhold was officially voted the 2013 Knockout of the Year by the World MMA Awards.
Who won the featherweight clash between Nik Lentz and Hacran Dias?
Nik Lentz defeated Hacran Dias via unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 28–27) in the featured preliminary bout on FUEL TV.
How many fights took place at UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Rockhold?
The event featured a total of 13 bouts, consisting of 4 main card fights, 6 preliminary card bouts, and 3 early preliminary fights.
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