UFC Abu Dhabi: Saidov stops Jacoby, Aliev dominates Davis amid post‑fight controversy

Promotional newcomer Muhammad Saidov earned a spectacular debut at UFC Abu Dhabi, defeating veteran Dustin Jacoby by TKO in the second round with a head kick and punches. The victory extended Saidov’s record to 10‑0 and marked a highlight‑reel finish on the Etihad Arena card.

In the same event, Nurullo Aliev kept his undefeated streak alive, winning a unanimous decision over Mike Davis after controlling the fight with eight takedowns and relentless pressure. Davis, upset by the loss, posted a homophobic rant criticizing the UFC’s handling of wrestlers before issuing a public apology the following day.

Jacoby later posted that he may have broken his right arm during the fight, indicating a possible injury that could sideline him for the rest of the year.