UFC OKC Live Results: Dricus du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman Headlines Thrilling Fight Night
UFC Fight Night in Oklahoma City brought together former champions, rising contenders and exciting prospects for an entertaining evening of mixed martial arts action at the Paycom Center. The headline attraction featured former UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis taking on former welterweight king Kamaru Usman in a five-round middleweight showdown that carried major implications for the division. Fans around the world closely followed the event as both fighters looked to move one step closer to another title opportunity. (UFC)
Du Plessis entered the contest seeking to bounce back after losing the UFC middleweight championship in his previous outing. Known for his aggressive style, relentless pressure and finishing ability, the South African fighter aimed to prove he remains among the elite competitors in the division. Across the Octagon stood Usman, one of the greatest welterweights in UFC history, who moved up to middleweight hoping to revive his championship ambitions with a statement victory over a former titleholder. (MMA Mania)
The main event immediately lived up to expectations, with both men showing patience early before exchanging powerful strikes in the center of the cage. Du Plessis attempted to use his size, forward pressure and unpredictable striking combinations, while Usman relied on his trademark jab, wrestling pedigree and experience to slow the pace. Each round featured momentum swings as both former champions searched for openings that could change the fight. (MMA Fighting)
Fight fans also enjoyed an impressive co-main event between veteran contender Jared Cannonier and England’s Christian Leroy Duncan. Duncan produced one of the best performances of his UFC career, earning a unanimous decision victory after controlling much of the contest with accurate striking and disciplined movement. The victory strengthened Duncan’s position in the middleweight rankings and marked another important step in his rise toward title contention. (MMA Mania)
Elsewhere on the main card, Chase Hooper continued his development by submitting Mitch Ramirez in the opening round with a rear-naked choke. Hooper’s grappling once again proved to be his greatest weapon as he secured another quick finish to extend his winning momentum inside the Octagon. (MMA Mania)
Women’s strawweight contender Fatima Kline delivered a composed performance against Tabatha Ricci. Kline controlled the action throughout three rounds with effective striking and strong defensive wrestling, earning a unanimous decision from all three judges. The victory further established her as a fighter to watch in the increasingly competitive strawweight division. (MMA Mania)
Tommy McMillen also impressed fans by defeating Alberto Montes via third-round technical knockout after an entertaining battle. McMillen’s relentless pressure gradually wore down his opponent before the referee stepped in to stop the contest, giving him one of the most notable finishes of the evening. (MMA Mania)
The preliminary card featured several exciting finishes. RJ Harris scored a devastating first-round knockout over Alvin Hines, while Dione Barbosa submitted Anna Melisano with a rear-naked choke. Jose Delgado, Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani, Felipe Franco, Ezra Elliott and Alden Coria also recorded victories during the prelims, showcasing the depth of talent throughout the UFC roster. (MMA Mania)
As the event unfolded, fans closely followed the round-by-round scoring and live updates, with the main event generating the greatest interest. Every exchange between Du Plessis and Usman carried significant importance because the outcome could reshape the middleweight title picture. Analysts noted that a victory for either former champion would likely move them closer to another opportunity to compete for UFC gold. (MMA Fighting)
The Oklahoma City event demonstrated once again why UFC Fight Nights remain popular among mixed martial arts fans. Established stars shared the spotlight with emerging prospects, producing memorable moments, highlight-reel finishes and competitive contests throughout the card. The combination of experienced veterans and hungry newcomers created an entertaining spectacle that kept fans engaged from the opening preliminary bout to the night’s final main event.
With another successful UFC Fight Night now complete, attention will quickly shift to the promotion’s upcoming events as contenders continue positioning themselves for championship opportunities. Whether through dramatic knockouts, technical submissions or hard-fought decisions, UFC Oklahoma City delivered another memorable chapter in the organization’s 2026 calendar, leaving fans eager to see what comes next for Dricus du Plessis, Kamaru Usman and the rest of the fighters who competed on an action-packed night inside the Octagon. (MMA Fighting)
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