Overview
- Alexander Hernandez defeated Rafael dos Anjos by TKO (punches) at 3:12 of Round 2 at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, finishing the fight after dropping dos Anjos and landing follow‑up shots from top/half‑guard control.
- Dos Anjos controlled the opening round by pressing forward and landing body shots, but Hernandez landed a turnaround jab early in Round 2 that led to the sequence that ended the fight.
- The victory is one of Hernandez's biggest, marking his first win over a former UFC champion and improving his recent form to four wins in his last five fights.
- Rafael dos Anjos, 41, returned after a multi‑year layoff following knee surgery and had not fought since a 2024 knee injury; reports differ on whether this was his third or fourth consecutive loss.
- Dos Anjos was seen removing his gloves after the stoppage and was not given post‑fight mic time, leaving his immediate plans and possible retirement unconfirmed pending any official statement or medical update.