23 hours ago
Gregory Rodrigues got the biggest win of his career at UFC Sacramento and that came as the highest paid fighter on the card as well.
On Saturday, the California State Athletic Commission released the salaries to MMA Fighting with Rodrigues leading the way with a $340,000 payday after earning $170,000 to show and another $170,000 for his win bonus.
As for his main event opponent, Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez, he took home $170,000, and would have earned another $170,000 as his win bonus. Unfortunately, Hernandez came up short, dropping his second fight in a row overall.
In the co-main event, Serghei Spivac took home $125,000 in show money while his opponent Vitor Petrino was paid $100,000 in show money with another $100,000 as a win bonus for the fight to put him at $200,000 for the victory.
These purses represent the disclosed salaries provided to the commission. They do not reflect any extra bonuses paid to the fighters by the UFC.
#show
On Saturday, the California State Athletic Commission released the salaries to MMA Fighting with Rodrigues leading the way with a $340,000 payday after earning $170,000 to show and another $170,000 for his win bonus.
As for his main event opponent, Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez, he took home $170,000, and would have earned another $170,000 as his win bonus. Unfortunately, Hernandez came up short, dropping his second fight in a row overall.
In the co-main event, Serghei Spivac took home $125,000 in show money while his opponent Vitor Petrino was paid $100,000 in show money with another $100,000 as a win bonus for the fight to put him at $200,000 for the victory.
These purses represent the disclosed salaries provided to the commission. They do not reflect any extra bonuses paid to the fighters by the UFC.
#show
23 hours ago
Fans attending the latest Ultimate Fighting Championship event at Golden 1 Center inSacramento, California, were treated to an action-packed card.
The UFC Sacramento headliner featured a middleweight clash betweenAnthonyHernandez and GregoryRodrigues. The two delivered an entertaining fight, butRodrigues ultimately had his hand raised. In the co-main event,VitorPetrino defeated SergheiSpivac in a heavyweight bout. Although the co-feature did notlive up to expectations, the event produced 10 finishes in 13fights.
Let's examine what could be next for the main-card winners.
Thanks to sharper striking and punishing leg kicks, Rodrigues(20-6, 11-3 UFC) outstruck fellow former Legacy Fighting Alliance ****** leholder Hernandez (15-4, 1 NC; 9-4UFC) in the UFC Sacramento main event. Hernandez rallied in Rounds3 and 4, but "Robocop" did enough to earn a unanimous decision.Rodrigues has won seven of his past eight Octagon appearances.
The next logical step for Rodrigues could be a clash with NassourdineImavov. Both fighters consistently pursue finishes, making thisan appealing matchup. Although Imavov has called for a ****** le shot,he might have to wait with KhamzatChimaev and Dricus DuPlessis also pursuing the championship currently held bySeanStrickland. A victory over Imavov could move Rodrigues close tohis own shot at the middleweight crown.
In the heavyweight co-main event, Petrino (15-2, 8-2 UFC) grappledhis way to a unanimous decision over former World Warriors FightingChampionship ****** leholder Spivac (18-7, 9-7 UFC) in a lacklusteraffair. It was not Petrino's best performance, but the victoryextended his winning streak to four.
The Brazilian continues to climb the rankings in a heavyweightdivision badly in need of new contenders. A matchup with notedfinisher BrandoPericic, who is building momentum of his own, could offer aninteresting test. The pairing would give both men an opportunity toestablish themselves as emerging threats in the division.
Former two-division OneChampionship ****** leholder Reinierde Ridder (22-4, 5-2 UFC) made a successful UFC lightheavyweight debut by defeating RomanDolidze (15-6, 9-6 UFC). De Ridder capitalized on Dolidze'sdecision to pull guard early, overwhelming his opponent on thecanvas by continually advancing position and landing punches.
The end came 4:01 into the first round, when Dolidze could no longer intelligently defend himself as de Ridder poured onstrikes from back control. Although "The Dutch Knight"rebounded from consecutive defeats, the victory came against afellow middleweight competing outside his usual weight class.
To secure a spot in the light heavyweight rankings, de Riddershould next face an established 205-pounder such as BogdanGuskov. Although Guskov lost his most recent ****** ignment, heremains a dangerous opponent who could provide a meaningfultest.
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The UFC Sacramento headliner featured a middleweight clash betweenAnthonyHernandez and GregoryRodrigues. The two delivered an entertaining fight, butRodrigues ultimately had his hand raised. In the co-main event,VitorPetrino defeated SergheiSpivac in a heavyweight bout. Although the co-feature did notlive up to expectations, the event produced 10 finishes in 13fights.
Let's examine what could be next for the main-card winners.
Thanks to sharper striking and punishing leg kicks, Rodrigues(20-6, 11-3 UFC) outstruck fellow former Legacy Fighting Alliance ****** leholder Hernandez (15-4, 1 NC; 9-4UFC) in the UFC Sacramento main event. Hernandez rallied in Rounds3 and 4, but "Robocop" did enough to earn a unanimous decision.Rodrigues has won seven of his past eight Octagon appearances.
The next logical step for Rodrigues could be a clash with NassourdineImavov. Both fighters consistently pursue finishes, making thisan appealing matchup. Although Imavov has called for a ****** le shot,he might have to wait with KhamzatChimaev and Dricus DuPlessis also pursuing the championship currently held bySeanStrickland. A victory over Imavov could move Rodrigues close tohis own shot at the middleweight crown.
In the heavyweight co-main event, Petrino (15-2, 8-2 UFC) grappledhis way to a unanimous decision over former World Warriors FightingChampionship ****** leholder Spivac (18-7, 9-7 UFC) in a lacklusteraffair. It was not Petrino's best performance, but the victoryextended his winning streak to four.
The Brazilian continues to climb the rankings in a heavyweightdivision badly in need of new contenders. A matchup with notedfinisher BrandoPericic, who is building momentum of his own, could offer aninteresting test. The pairing would give both men an opportunity toestablish themselves as emerging threats in the division.
Former two-division OneChampionship ****** leholder Reinierde Ridder (22-4, 5-2 UFC) made a successful UFC lightheavyweight debut by defeating RomanDolidze (15-6, 9-6 UFC). De Ridder capitalized on Dolidze'sdecision to pull guard early, overwhelming his opponent on thecanvas by continually advancing position and landing punches.
The end came 4:01 into the first round, when Dolidze could no longer intelligently defend himself as de Ridder poured onstrikes from back control. Although "The Dutch Knight"rebounded from consecutive defeats, the victory came against afellow middleweight competing outside his usual weight class.
To secure a spot in the light heavyweight rankings, de Riddershould next face an established 205-pounder such as BogdanGuskov. Although Guskov lost his most recent ****** ignment, heremains a dangerous opponent who could provide a meaningfultest.
#although
1 day ago
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is live TODAY (Sat., Aug. 22, 2026) with UFC Sacramento, streaming live online via Paramount+. The event happens at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, CA. Our main event tonight is Anthony Hernandez vs. Gregory Rodrigues in the Middleweight division.
The UFC rolls into Sac-Town for the first time in years, tonight. The last time they were here they hung their card on Germaine de Randamie. I think it's fair to say they've come with a better main event this time around with 'Fluffy' vs. 'RoboCop'. Despite that fun main event, though, the rest of the card leaves much to be desired.
This is Hernandez's first fight since he was stopped by Sean Strickland. Had that not happened, Hernandez would have likely fought for the ****** le. Rodrigues is on a three fight winning streak and just KO'd Brunno Ferreira. Both these guys have lots of wins and finishes in the division. But it also feels like they'll need more than a win in Sacramento to get back into the 185 lbs. ****** le picture.
It's not the co-main, but the second most interesting fight on the card is Reinier de Ridder vs. Roman Dolidze, also in the Middleweight division. Both these guys are miles away from ****** le contention, but they are well-known names at least. De Ridder is coming off losses to Caio Borralho and Brendan Allen. Dolidze is coming off a loss to our headliner, Hernandez.
Rounding out the main card tonight is Serghei Spivac vs. Vitor Petrino, MarQuel Mederos vs. Mason Jones, Carli Judice vs. Jeisla Chaves and Anthony Wint vs. Terrance Chatman. Jones already had a Fight of the Year candidate, against Axel Sola, earlier this year. Judice and Chaves might also put on a fun brawl. Wint is a super prospect, and former NFL player, who has been fed a total newcomer.
#main #time
The UFC rolls into Sac-Town for the first time in years, tonight. The last time they were here they hung their card on Germaine de Randamie. I think it's fair to say they've come with a better main event this time around with 'Fluffy' vs. 'RoboCop'. Despite that fun main event, though, the rest of the card leaves much to be desired.
This is Hernandez's first fight since he was stopped by Sean Strickland. Had that not happened, Hernandez would have likely fought for the ****** le. Rodrigues is on a three fight winning streak and just KO'd Brunno Ferreira. Both these guys have lots of wins and finishes in the division. But it also feels like they'll need more than a win in Sacramento to get back into the 185 lbs. ****** le picture.
It's not the co-main, but the second most interesting fight on the card is Reinier de Ridder vs. Roman Dolidze, also in the Middleweight division. Both these guys are miles away from ****** le contention, but they are well-known names at least. De Ridder is coming off losses to Caio Borralho and Brendan Allen. Dolidze is coming off a loss to our headliner, Hernandez.
Rounding out the main card tonight is Serghei Spivac vs. Vitor Petrino, MarQuel Mederos vs. Mason Jones, Carli Judice vs. Jeisla Chaves and Anthony Wint vs. Terrance Chatman. Jones already had a Fight of the Year candidate, against Axel Sola, earlier this year. Judice and Chaves might also put on a fun brawl. Wint is a super prospect, and former NFL player, who has been fed a total newcomer.
#main #time
1 day ago
MMA Fighting has UFC Sacramento results for the Hernandez vs. Rodrigues fight card and more from the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif., on Saturday night.
In the main event, Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues clash in a middleweight contest. Hernandez has won eight of his past nine fights, while Rodrigues has reeled off three straight wins.
Serghei Spivac and Vitor Petrino battle in a heavyweight contest in the co-main event.
Check out UFC Sacramento results below.
Main Card (Paramount+ LIVE NOW)
#hernandez #main #card #Event
In the main event, Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues clash in a middleweight contest. Hernandez has won eight of his past nine fights, while Rodrigues has reeled off three straight wins.
Serghei Spivac and Vitor Petrino battle in a heavyweight contest in the co-main event.
Check out UFC Sacramento results below.
Main Card (Paramount+ LIVE NOW)
#hernandez #main #card #Event
1 day ago
Vitor Petrino believes he will be main event material with a win over top-ranked heavyweight Serghei Spivac in the co-headliner of UFC Sacramento on Aug. 22.
Unbeaten in three fights since moving up a weight class in 2025, finishing Austen Lane and Thomas Petersen before winning a decision over Steven Asplund earlier this year, Petrino believed he would be given someone in the top 15 next, but Spivac actually exceeded his expectations.
"We're talking about a guy whose only recent losses have been to guys who were really close to fighting for the belt, including the current champion of the division," Petrino told MMA Fighting. "I know he's a guy who's going to give me a lot of exposure and help me a lot with my development — not just in my career and in the division, but in my personal development as well."
Petrino will be 4-0 at heavyweight if victorious Saturday at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif., and wants to take his next career "step by step". He knows, however, that everything moves faster with good performances in the heavyweight division.
"It's never good to think about the next fight," Petrino said, "But I've already gone three rounds, I've knocked people out, I've submitted people. I'm heading into my 11th UFC fight, so I believe the next step is to headline a card, have a five-round fight and really test myself, and show that we're getting closer and closer to the goal, which is the belt. The closer we get to a **** le shot becoming a reality, the more ideal it would be to consistently look for five-round fights against opponents who can really deliver that kind of fight."
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Unbeaten in three fights since moving up a weight class in 2025, finishing Austen Lane and Thomas Petersen before winning a decision over Steven Asplund earlier this year, Petrino believed he would be given someone in the top 15 next, but Spivac actually exceeded his expectations.
"We're talking about a guy whose only recent losses have been to guys who were really close to fighting for the belt, including the current champion of the division," Petrino told MMA Fighting. "I know he's a guy who's going to give me a lot of exposure and help me a lot with my development — not just in my career and in the division, but in my personal development as well."
Petrino will be 4-0 at heavyweight if victorious Saturday at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif., and wants to take his next career "step by step". He knows, however, that everything moves faster with good performances in the heavyweight division.
"It's never good to think about the next fight," Petrino said, "But I've already gone three rounds, I've knocked people out, I've submitted people. I'm heading into my 11th UFC fight, so I believe the next step is to headline a card, have a five-round fight and really test myself, and show that we're getting closer and closer to the goal, which is the belt. The closer we get to a **** le shot becoming a reality, the more ideal it would be to consistently look for five-round fights against opponents who can really deliver that kind of fight."
#spivac
2 days ago
At the UFC Sacramento weigh-ins, all 26 fighters on Saturday's fight card step on the scale Friday in Sacramento, Calif. Watch ceremonial weigh-ins above, set to kick off at 6 p.m. ET, with highlights of the morning weigh-ins available below.
In the main event, middleweight contenders Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues face off. Both fighters can weigh no more than the 186-pound limit for their non-title fight.
Hernandez is currently tied with Caio Borralho for the No. 5 spot at middleweight in the MMA Fighting Global Rankings after seeing an eight-fight win streak snapped by Sean Strickland. Rodrigues sits at the edge of the rankings at No. 15.
In the co-main event, top-10 heavyweight Serghei Spivac fights Vitor Petrino. Neither fighter may weigh more than 266 pounds.
Official weigh-ins begin at 12 p.m. ET.
#hernandez #rodrigues #middleweight
In the main event, middleweight contenders Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues face off. Both fighters can weigh no more than the 186-pound limit for their non-title fight.
Hernandez is currently tied with Caio Borralho for the No. 5 spot at middleweight in the MMA Fighting Global Rankings after seeing an eight-fight win streak snapped by Sean Strickland. Rodrigues sits at the edge of the rankings at No. 15.
In the co-main event, top-10 heavyweight Serghei Spivac fights Vitor Petrino. Neither fighter may weigh more than 266 pounds.
Official weigh-ins begin at 12 p.m. ET.
#hernandez #rodrigues #middleweight
2 months ago
New matchups have been revealed for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s return to Sacramento, California.
A Fight Night event is confirmed for Aug. 22 at Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center. It will feature a high-stakes middleweight clash in the main event, with a light heavyweight bout in the co-headliner. Other key fights for UFC Sacramento have also been unveiled.
The UFC returns to Sacramento on Aug. 22 with a middleweight showdown between Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues in the main event. Hernandez will look to bounce back after his loss to Sean Strickland this past February, while Rodrigues is on a three-fight win streak, eager to pick up a fourth.
In the co-main event, Reinier de Ridder faces Roman Dolidze at 205 pounds. After back-to-back defeats at middleweight to Brendan Allen and Caio Borralho, de Ridder is moving up to the light heavyweight division. Notably, the Dutchman’s opponent, Dolidze, is also on a two-fight losing skid.
Elsewhere on the card, Serghei Spivac takes on Vitor Petrino and Kennedy Nzechukwu collides with Shamil Gaziev at heavyweight. From the heaviest division in the UFC to the lightest, two women’s strawweight bouts are also on tap for UFC Sacramento: Carli Judice vs. Jeisla Chaves and Shanelle Dyer vs. Elise Reed. Additionally, Contender Series signee Wes Schultz will lock horns with Jackson McVey at middleweight.
More fights are expected to be announced over the coming weeks.
A Fight Night event is confirmed for Aug. 22 at Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center. It will feature a high-stakes middleweight clash in the main event, with a light heavyweight bout in the co-headliner. Other key fights for UFC Sacramento have also been unveiled.
The UFC returns to Sacramento on Aug. 22 with a middleweight showdown between Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues in the main event. Hernandez will look to bounce back after his loss to Sean Strickland this past February, while Rodrigues is on a three-fight win streak, eager to pick up a fourth.
In the co-main event, Reinier de Ridder faces Roman Dolidze at 205 pounds. After back-to-back defeats at middleweight to Brendan Allen and Caio Borralho, de Ridder is moving up to the light heavyweight division. Notably, the Dutchman’s opponent, Dolidze, is also on a two-fight losing skid.
Elsewhere on the card, Serghei Spivac takes on Vitor Petrino and Kennedy Nzechukwu collides with Shamil Gaziev at heavyweight. From the heaviest division in the UFC to the lightest, two women’s strawweight bouts are also on tap for UFC Sacramento: Carli Judice vs. Jeisla Chaves and Shanelle Dyer vs. Elise Reed. Additionally, Contender Series signee Wes Schultz will lock horns with Jackson McVey at middleweight.
More fights are expected to be announced over the coming weeks.
