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Anna Melisano became the second alumna of The Ultimate Fighter 34 to compete in the UFC. Rodrigo Vera, who appeared on the show without being selected by either coach, was the first.
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Anna Melisano has become the second competitor from The Ultimate Fighter 34 to make it to the UFC roster, following in the footsteps of fellow cast member Rodrigo Vera.
Vera, who appeared on TUF 34 without being selected by either coach during the show, carved his own path to the promotion and became the first TUF 34 participant to compete inside the UFC's Octagon. Melisano has now joined him as the second alumna from that season to reach the sport's premier stage.
Why it matters
- TUF 34 is beginning to produce UFC-level talent beyond its original finalist selections, signaling the broader value of the show's casting process.
- Vera's route through the promotion without a coaching pick, followed by Melisano's arrival, suggests the season had more depth than its initial results reflected.
- Both fighters now represent a growing TUF 34 presence on UFC cards, a development worth monitoring as the season's alumni continue to pursue contracts.
