The UFC makes history on Saturday, August 1, with its first-ever event in Serbia, as UFC Fight Night: Uroš Medić vs. Daniel Rodriguez takes place at Belgrade Arena in Belgrade.
Main Event
Welterweight: Uroš Medić vs. Daniel Rodriguez
Serbia’s own Uroš Medić gets the biggest opportunity of his career, headlining in front of his home fans against veteran Daniel Rodriguez. Medić brings explosive knockout power and aggressive striking, while Rodriguez is known for his durability, boxing, and experience in five-round fights.
Prediction: Uroš Medić by third-round TKO.
Co-Main Event
Light Heavyweight: Jan Błachowicz vs. Navajo Stirling
Former UFC champion Jan Błachowicz returns to face unbeaten prospect Navajo Stirling. The bout pits Błachowicz’s experience and legendary power against Stirling’s athleticism and momentum.
Prediction: Navajo Stirling by unanimous decision.
Other Main Card Bouts
Marcin Tybura vs. Aleksandar Rakić (Heavyweight)
Duško Todorović vs. Robert Valentin (Middleweight)
Vlasto Čepo vs. Gilbert Urbina (Middleweight)
Miloš Janičić vs. Noah Gugnon (Lightweight)
Fighters to Watch
Can Uroš Medić deliver a memorable victory in Serbia’s first UFC event?
Will Jan Błachowicz prove he still belongs among the elite at light heavyweight?
Aleksandar Rakić has a chance to make a statement in front of a regional crowd.
The preliminary card begins at 7:00 a.m. ET, with the main card at 10:00 a.m. ET.
