Sam Patterson, the rising fighter, claimed a first-round TKO win over Santiago Ponzinibbio at UFC Abu Dhabi on 25 July 2026. The victory marked Patterson’s third straight finish inside the opening round. After the bout, he said he is still targeting the winner from the upcoming Belgrade event. Robinhood’s betting markets show climbing odds on a potential Patterson fight, indicating heightening fan support in his next move.
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Sam Patterson Post-Fight Interview | UFC Abu Dhabi - UFC.com
Sam Patterson Post-Fight Interview | UFC Abu Dhabi UFC.com
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UFC Abu Dhabi video: Sam Patterson scores brutal knockout of longtime veteran - MMA Fighting
UFC Abu Dhabi video: Sam Patterson scores brutal knockout of longtime veteran MMA Fighting
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UFC Fight Night 282 - Ankalaev vs. Guskov - Sherdog
UFC Fight Night 282 - Ankalaev vs. Guskov Sherdog
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UFC Abu Dhabi: Sam Patterson Batters Santiago Ponzinibbio, Wants UFC Belgrade Winner - Cageside Press
UFC Abu Dhabi: Sam Patterson Batters Santiago Ponzinibbio, Wants UFC Belgrade Winner Cageside Press
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UFC Abu Dhabi Highlights! Sam Patterson Destroys Santiago Ponzinibbio With Brutal TKO - MMA Mania
UFC Abu Dhabi Highlights! Sam Patterson Destroys Santiago Ponzinibbio With Brutal TKO MMA Mania