Yaroslav Amosov delivered an impressive UFC debut by submitting two strong opponents, finishing Alvarez with a technique that had never defeated him before. Amosov executed a spectacular throw directly into a submission attempt, earning a performance bonus. His growth as a fighter is evident, with more submission victories in UFC already than in nine Bellator fights combined. His grappling has become more viscous and his control tighter, maintaining unbroken contact throughout the entire first round even when his opponent attempted to stand. In his post-fight interview, Amosov expressed some nerves due to the large crowd but stated he can do everything in MMA beyond just wrestling. He requested a top-10 opponent and specifically mentioned the Brady-Buckley winner as a potential matchup.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
