Uroš Medić Delights Serbia with Historic Victory at UFC Belgrade

On August 1, 2026, Belgrade became the epicenter of combat sports, hosting the first-ever Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event in Serbia. In front of a record-breaking crowd of 18,623 at the Belgrade Arena, local hero Uroš Medić lived up to the immense expectations, securing one of the most impressive victories of his career.

The main event of the evening, a welterweight clash between Uroš Medić and veteran Daniel Rodriguez, lasted a mere 30 seconds. Medić, known by his moniker "The Doctor," started aggressively, pressuring the American from the opening bell. With a powerful combination, the Serbian sent Rodriguez to the canvas, forcing the referee to stop the fight instantly. This victory not only earned Medić the "Performance of the Night" bonus but also solidified his status as a serious contender in the division, boasting a record of 14 wins and 3 losses.

The co-main event delivered no less drama. Rising New Zealand star, Navajo Sterling, shocked the MMA world by knocking out former light heavyweight champion Jan Błachowicz in under three minutes. Sterling weathered the Pole's early onslaught and retaliated with a perfectly timed right hook that ended the bout.

Gilbert Urbina also secured a lightning-fast victory, defeating Vlasto Čepo by technical knockout in just 61 seconds. The night was marked by incredible efficiency, setting records for the most first-round finishes (10) and total KO/submission victories (12) within a single UFC event. UFC Belgrade became the highest-grossing event in the history of the Belgrade Arena, generating $2.5 million in revenue, proving that the Balkans are a ready and eager destination for elite mixed martial arts.

See the rest of the main card results here:

Aleksandar Rakić defeated Marcin Tybura by unanimous decision

Robert Valentin defeated Duško Todorović by submission, Round 1

Gilbert Urbina defeated Vlasto Čepo by TKO, Round 1

Noah Gugnon defeated Miloš Janičić by submission, Round 1