Rodrigues Beats Hernandez in UFC Main Event

Gregory Rodrigues secured the biggest victory of his career on Saturday, August 22, 2026, defeating hometown favorite Anthony Hernandez by unanimous decision in a grueling middleweight main event at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. The Brazilian fighter displayed superior strength and leg attacks to win on all three judges' scorecards with tallies of 48-47, 49-46, and 48-47, extending his winning streak to four fights.

In the five-round battle, Rodrigues consistently targeted Hernandez's legs with powerful calf kicks, scoring four knockdowns from those attacks alone. He also demonstrated exceptional takedown defense, stuffing 25 of Hernandez's 28 attempts. While Hernandez, a native of Dunnigan, California, responded with significant strikes and nearly turned the tide in the third round, Rodrigues maintained relentless pressure throughout. Both fighters were awarded fight-of-the-night bonuses for their efforts.

Following the victory, Rodrigues immediately called for a matchup with former UFC champion Dricus du Plessis, who is currently ranked second in the middleweight division. "Dricus du Plessis, where are you, man? I want you," Rodrigues said after the fight....