Dana White’s Contender Series: Season 9, Week 2
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Date: August 19, 2025
Location: UFC APEX, Las Vegas, Nevada
Preview
Dana White’s Contender Series Season 9 continued with Week 2, bringing another night of high-level prospects fighting for UFC contracts. The event was headlined by Brazilian featherweight Jose Delano, who sought to carry the legacy of Brazilian Top Team back into the UFC. The card also featured rising talents across multiple divisions, including the heated heavyweight clash between Josh Hokit and Guilherme Uriel, fueled by pre-fight controversy and trash talk. With five action-packed bouts, the night promised to deliver knockouts, submissions, and the kind of intensity Dana White looks for in future UFC stars.
Match Card & Results
- Jose Delano vs. Manuel Exposito – Delano won via unanimous decision (30-27).
- Cameron Rowston vs. Brandon Holmes – Rowston won via TKO (Round 1, 2:58).
- Louis Lee Scott vs. Kaushik Saikumar – Scott won via TKO (Round 3, 2:20).
- Josh Hokit vs. Guilherme Uriel – Hokit won via TKO (Round 2, 1:06).
- Ramiro Jimenez vs. Tommy Cuozzi – Jimenez won via TKO (Round 1, 2:53).
Conclusion
Week 2 of Season 9 delivered everything the Contender Series is known for—intensity, drama, and standout performances. Jose Delano proved his technical dominance with a clean decision win, while Cameron Rowston, Louis Lee Scott, Josh Hokit, and Ramiro Jimenez all showcased finishing ability with impressive knockouts. Dana White was more than satisfied, awarding UFC contracts to all five winners, making this one of the most successful nights of the season so far.