It’s that time again! Contender Series is back with 10 straight weeks of mixed martial arts (MMA) action, beginning at 8 p.m. ET TONIGHT (Tues., Sept. 23, 2025) on ESPN+. For what it’s worth, six fighters (including a loser) earned UFC contracts last week (results here). In tonight’s main event, In tonight’s main event, Jungle […]
It’s that time again!
Contender Series is back with 10 straight weeks of mixed martial arts (MMA) action, beginning at 8 p.m. ET TONIGHT (Tues., Sept. 23, 2025) on ESPN+.
For what it’s worth, six fighters (including a loser) earned UFC contracts last week (results here).
In tonight’s main event,
In tonight’s main event, Jungle Fight double champion Vitor Costa (8-1) collides with Aruba’s Damian Pinas (7-1). In the ESPN+ co-main event, Louis Jourdain (8-3) locks horns with Fighting Nerds’ Magno Dias (6-1). In the “Featured” bout, Welterweight Christopher Alvidrez (6-1) fights Eliezer Kubanza (7-0). Former FCC champion Kurtis Campbell (7-0) takes on Demba Seck (10-2). Finally, team Khabib’s Rashid Vagabov (13-2) hooks ’em up with Paulo da Silva (11-1).
‘Contender Series’ Quick Results:
- 185 lbs: Vitor Costa vs. Damian Pinas
- 135 lbs: Louis Jourdain vs. Magno Dias
- 170 lbs: Christopher Alvidrez vs. Eliezer Kubanza
- 145 lbs: Kurtis Campbell vs. Demba Seck
- 125 lbs: Rashid Vagabov vs. Paulo da Silva
‘Contender Series’ Highlights & Results:
185 lbs: Vitor Costa vs. Damian Pinas
135 lbs: Louis Jourdain vs. Magno Dias
170 lbs: Christopher Alvidrez vs. Eliezer Kubanza
145 lbs: Kurtis Campbell vs. Demba Seck
125 lbs: Rashid Vagabov vs. Paulo da Silva
For more Contender Series news and notes, be sure to hit up our comprehensive archive right here.
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