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Roberto Soldic Wins UFC Debut After Early Knockdowns

His comeback showed clear power and adaptability and could push UFC matchmakers to place him quickly into ranked welterweight matchups.

Overview

  • Roberto Soldic defeated Khaos Williams by unanimous decision at UFC 332, overcoming two first-round knockdowns to win by scores of 29-28, 29-27 and 29-27.
  • Two judges gave Soldic a 10-8 second round after he dominated rounds two and three with body-head combinations, heavy kicks and periods of ground control.
  • Williams rocked Soldic twice in the opening round but could not finish him, and Soldic regained control with sustained striking and takedowns over the final ten minutes.
  • Soldic made the jump to the UFC after a lengthy layoff following a three-fight stint in ONE Championship and previous success as a two-division KSW champion.
  • After the fight Soldic praised Williams’s toughness, said he will fight anyone, and left future opponents to UFC matchmakers, a stance that could speed his placement in meaningful welterweight bouts.