Glover Teixeira scored a knockdown early in the fight before going on to claim a dominant decision victory over Shogun Rua at Spaten Fight Night 3. The result marked a commanding performance for Teixeira on the night.
Glover Teixeira turned back the clock at Spaten Fight Night 3 on August 30, 2026, delivering a dominant decision victory over Mauricio "Shogun" Rua that included an early knockdown.
Teixeira, now 46 years old, improved his professional record to 33 wins and 9 losses with the performance. The Brazilian veteran, who trains out of Teixeira MMA and Fitness, stands six-foot-two with a 76-inch reach and has long been regarded as one of the most durable and dangerous light heavyweights of his generation. His career numbers reflect a well-rounded threat: he averages 3.73 significant strikes landed per minute at 49 percent accuracy, while also contributing 2.11 takedowns per 15 minutes and nearly one submission attempt per 15 minutes across his career. On this night, he put those tools to work early, scoring a knockdown before controlling the remainder of the contest on the judges' scorecards.
Shogun Rua, the Brazilian legend and former UFC light heavyweight champion, found himself on the wrong end of the result in what was a difficult evening for him from the opening exchanges.
Why it matters
- Teixeira's knockdown-plus-decision performance signals he remains a credible threat at 46, an age at which few fighters compete at this level
- The win adds momentum for Teixeira in the light heavyweight division and could strengthen his case for a higher-profile matchup
- For Rua, the loss continues a challenging late chapter of a celebrated career that includes a former world championship reign
