Sam Patterson, the determined fighter, claimed a opening-round technical knockout win over Santiago Ponzinibbio at UFC Abu Dhabi on 25 July 2026. The victory marked Patterson’s third back-to-back finish inside the opening round. Post-fight, he said he is now targeting the winner from the upcoming Belgrade event. Robinhood’s betting markets show climbing odds on a potential Patterson fight, showing surging 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