Hooker vs Parnasse headlines UFC Paris on Sept 5

Dan Hooker will headline UFC Paris on Saturday, September 5, 2026, against promotional newcomer Salahdine Parnasse in a lightweight bout that the veteran New Zealander says will mark the biggest payday of his career. The event takes place at the Accor Arena in Paris, France, with the main card scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. ET. Hooker, ranked No. 12 in the UFC's lightweight division, has built a reputation for accepting challenging matchups against rising contenders. He confirmed the financial incentive for this fight was significant, stating he would face any opponent for the offered purse. "It's the biggest payday of my career for sure," Hooker told RMC Sport.