Prelim Results | UFC Fight Night: Dern vs Ribas 2

Prelim Results | UFC Fight Night: Dern vs Ribas 2

Prelim Results | UFC Fight Night: Dern vs Ribas 2

The UFC kicked off its 2025 schedule with an action-packed card that showcased several Dana White’s Contender Series graduates and rising prospects, delivering thrilling fights and impressive finishes. The night began with Nurullo Aliev securing the first win of the year and included standout performances from fighters like Fatima Kline and Jacobe Smith, who both earned statement victories. As the night progressed, the action only intensified, culminating in Felipe Bunes securing the year’s first submission and Marco Tulio delivering a spectacular debut performance. Here’s a breakdown of the results:
Main Card Results

Mackenzie Dern defeats Amanda Ribas via submission (armbar) at 4:56 of Round 3
In the highly anticipated rematch, Dern displayed her grappling expertise, securing a late third-round armbar to finish Ribas and solidify her place in the strawweight division.

Santiago Ponzinibbio defeats Carlston Harris via TKO (strikes) at 3:13 of Round 3
Ponzinibbio showed his veteran composure, turning up the pressure late in the fight to secure a third-round TKO in an entertaining co-main event.

Roman Kopylov defeats Chris Curtis via TKO (head kick) at 4:59 of Round 3
In the dying seconds of the final round, Kopylov landed a perfectly timed head kick to finish Curtis, delivering one of the night's most dramatic moments.

Christian Rodriguez defeats Austin Bashi via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Rodriguez showcased his well-rounded skills in a back-and-forth battle to secure a hard-fought decision victory.

Punahele Soriano defeats Uroš Medić via KO (right hand) at 0:31 of Round 1
Soriano wasted no time, landing a thunderous right hand to knock out Medić in just 31 seconds.

Felipe Bunes defeats Jose Johnson via submission (armbar) at 2:04 of Round 2
Bunes delivered the first submission of the year with a slick armbar, cementing his reputation as a dangerous grappler.

Marco Tulio defeats Ihor Potieria via TKO (strikes) at 3:04 of Round 1
In a stunning promotional debut, Tulio overwhelmed Potieria with relentless striking, earning a first-round TKO.

Thiago Moisés defeats Trey Ogden via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Moisés showcased his superior grappling and control to win a hard-fought decision over Ogden.
Preliminary Card Highlights

Jacobe Smith defeats Preston Parsons via KO (left hand) at 1:13 of Round 1
Stepping in on short notice, Smith made a statement with a devastating left hook that ended the fight in just over a minute.

Fatima Kline defeats Viktoriia Dudakova via TKO (strikes) at 4:27 of Round 2
Kline dominated with sharp elbows and relentless ground-and-pound, earning her first UFC win in style.

Bruno Lopes defeats Magomed Gadhziyasulov via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Lopes utilized clinch work and control to grind out a hard-fought decision over the previously undefeated Gadhziyasulov.

Ernesta Kareckaitė defeats Nicolle Caliari via split decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)
Kareckaitė’s striking and reach advantage helped her edge out a competitive fight against Caliari, marking her first UFC win.

Nurullo Aliev defeats Joe Solecki via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
Returning after a long layoff, Aliev used his dominant wrestling and top control to remain undefeated and continue his rise in the lightweight division.
Notable Performances
Mackenzie Dern: Proved her grappling remains elite with a brilliant armbar finish.
Fatima Kline: Made a strong impression with a well-rounded performance and second-round TKO.
Jacobe Smith: Delivered one of the night’s most memorable moments with his stunning first-round KO.

The year has only just begun, and if this card is any indication, UFC fans are in for a thrilling 2025.