Sergey Pavlovich defeated Glover Teixeira by knockout just 39 seconds into their fight at UFC Macau. The victory brings Pavlovich's total to seven knockouts in the UFC, the most among active Russian fighters. Following the win, Pavlovich called for a title fight or number-one contender bout, expressing willingness to face the winner of Gane vs Pereira.
Sergey Pavlovich delivered a devastating first-round knockout of Glover Teixeira just 39 seconds into their heavyweight clash at UFC Macau, cementing his status as one of the division's most dangerous finishers.
Teixeira, a former UFC light heavyweight champion, entered the fight at 46 years old carrying a professional record of 33 wins and 9 losses. The Brazilian veteran, who trains out of Teixeira MMA and Fitness, stands six-foot-two with a 76-inch reach and has long been respected for his well-rounded game, averaging 3.73 significant strikes per minute with 49 percent striking accuracy and adding consistent wrestling pressure at 2.11 takedowns per 15 minutes. He never got the chance to put any of those tools to use against Pavlovich.
Pavlovich, whose verified data was not included in the fighter file, has now recorded seven knockouts inside the UFC octagon — the most of any active Russian fighter. The finish extended a streak that has made him one of the most feared heavyweights on the roster.
Following the victory, Pavlovich wasted no time stating his ambitions, calling for a title shot or a number-one contender bout and expressing openness to facing the winner of the upcoming clash between Ciryl Gane and Alex Pereira.
Why it matters
- A 39-second finish over a former champion dramatically strengthens Pavlovich's case for an immediate title opportunity.
- With seven UFC knockouts, Pavlovich has established himself as the most prolific finisher among active Russian fighters in the promotion.
- His willingness to target the Gane-Pereira winner positions him directly at the top of the heavyweight contender queue heading into the second half of 2026.
- Teixeira, now 33-9 at age 46, will face renewed questions about the next chapter of a legendary career following the swift stoppage.
