The UFC matchmakers have been hard at work, delivering a fresh slate of exciting matchups that promise fireworks across multiple divisions. From highly anticipated championship clashes to pivotal prospect showdowns, the coming weeks are packed with action. Let's dive into the newly announced bookings hitting the Octagon soon.
June 27, 2026: Baku Battles
Kicking off the action on June 27, we have a pair of intriguing welterweight contests. Sweden's Theodor “Simba” Berggren (8-3-0) steps in, known for his all-finish record, with every one of his eight victories coming by stoppage. He faces Daniil Donchenko, who is looking to build on his recent success, having won The Ultimate Fighter 33 welterweight tournament and secured a UFC debut win. This clash of styles will test Berggren's finishing prowess against Donchenko's momentum.
Also on the June 27 card, the undefeated Jefferson “Toddynho” Nascimento (13-0-0) makes his highly anticipated UFC debut. The LFA interim Lightweight champion, known for his relentless finishing and powerful striking, faces a significant challenge in Tahir “Tank” Abdullayev (21-3-0). Abdullayev, a seasoned welterweight with 16 finishes and an iron chin, presents a tough welcome for the Brazilian prospect, especially with Nascimento moving up to welterweight for this bout.
July 11, 2026: Lightweight and Bantamweight Showdowns
July 11 brings a pair of high-octane fights. In the bantamweight division, the undefeated Farid “Ferocious” Basharat (15-0-0), currently ranked #10, puts his perfect record on the line against Ethyn “The Professor Finesser” Ewing (10-2-0). Basharat's technical discipline and well-rounded game will be tested by Ewing, who boasts two UFC wins and a high striking output.
The lightweight division will see a clash of veterans and explosive power as King Green (35-17-1) takes on Terrance “T.Wrecks” McKinney (18-8-0). Green, a long-time staple of the lightweight division, faces McKinney, who is renowned for his lightning-fast finishes, holding the record for the fastest knockout in UFC lightweight history. This promises to be a fast-paced affair.
July 18, 2026: Marquee Matchups and Rising Stars
The biggest card of these announcements lands on July 18, featuring a mix of heavyweights, light heavyweights, featherweights, and a blockbuster middleweight bout.
In the heavyweight division, Allen “AJ” Frye Jr. (6-1-0), a knockout artist with all his wins coming by KO/TKO, faces Alvin “Goozie” Hines (7-1-0), who also has a strong finishing rate with three KOs and three submissions. This heavyweight clash is unlikely to go the distance.
At light heavyweight, Felipe “Negao” Franco (10-2-0), a powerful finisher with all his victories coming by stoppage, meets Levi Rodrigues Jr. (5-0-1 NC). Franco's grappling base and finishing instincts will be key in this matchup.
The women’s strawweight division features a compelling bout between #10 ranked Tabatha “Baby Shark” Ricci (12-4-0) and #14 ranked Fatima “The Archangel” Kline (9-1-0). Kline, on a three-fight winning streak with a mix of KOs and decisions, looks to climb the rankings against the experienced Ricci.
Featherweight action includes Austin Bashi (14-1-0) against Jose Delgado (11-2-0). Bashi, with a strong submission game, faces Delgado, who boasts an impressive 91% finish rate with six KOs and four submissions.
Another featherweight bout pits the undefeated Tommy “Gun” McMillen (10-0-0) against Alberto “The Promise” Montes (12-1-0). McMillen, known for his early finishes, will test his perfect record against Montes, an unbeaten UFC fighter with a strong submission background.
Finally, the blockbuster main event sees former UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus “Stillknocks” Du Plessis (23-3-0), currently ranked #2, take on former UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru “The Nigerian Nightmare” Usman (21-4-0). Usman, making a foray into the middleweight division, will face the powerful and well-rounded Du Plessis in a clash of champions that promises to be a monumental encounter.
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