Week 2 of Dana White's Contender Series 2026 delivered thrilling finishes and showcased the resilience of underdog fighters. The event featured several standout performances, resulting in six fighters securing contracts with the UFC.

Roman Gabriel Puga and Taner Trembley kicked off the night with an electrifying battle that ended in a unanimous decision victory for Puga, who won all three scorecards at 29-28. Impressed by their competitive spirit, UFC CEO Dana White awarded both fighters contracts.

In a shocking turn of events, Alik Lorenz stunned the audience with a first-round knockout against Mahamed Aly, solidifying his place on the UFC roster despite being a significant underdog.

Trent Miller also made headlines by overcoming an early onslaught from Douglas Henry Rodrigues. Miller executed a scoop takedown and locked in a rare Von flue choke, securing a second-round submission victory.

The main event showcased Kaik Brito, who delivered a spectacular third-round knockout against Namo Fazil. After two rounds of intense action, Brito unleashed a powerful overhand right that left Fazil unconscious, prompting White to praise Brito's fighting style and tenacity.

DWCS Week 2 Results:

• Kaik Brito def. Namo Fazil via third-round knockout (punch)
• Trent Miller def. Douglas Henry Rodrigues via second-round submission (Von flue choke)
• Cristian Perez def. Logan Paxton via second-round TKO (punches)
• Alik Lorenz def. Mahamed Aly via first-round knockout (punches)
• Roman Gabriel Puga def. Taner Trembley via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

With these performances, the future looks bright for the newly signed fighters as they prepare to make their mark in the UFC.