The Ultimate Fighting Championship has announced their debut in Belgrade, Serbia for UFC Fight Night Medic vs. Rodriguez on August 1st, 2026.

The UFC sent out a press release earlier today announcing their debut in Serbia, as Uros Medic will take on Daniel Rodriguez. You can read the full press release below.

WELTERWEIGHTS COLLIDE IN BELGRADE AS

UROS MEDIC TAKES ON DANIEL RODRIGUEZ ON AUGUST 1

 

 

 

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, MAY 29

Belgrade, Serbia: UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, makes its historic debut in Belgrade as No. 13 ranked welterweight Uros Medic faces off against No.15 ranked Daniel Rodriguez on Saturday, 1 August, at the Belgrade Arena.

Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. CEST on Friday, May 29, via tickets.rs. Fight Club members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets early at 10 a.m. CEST on Wednesday, May 27, whilst those who registered their interest early in this event will gain access at 10 a.m. CEST on Thursday, May 28.

UFC fans can take their experience to the next level with an exclusive VIP package. Fans can enjoy premium seating, access to a private all-inclusive lounge with food and drinks, opportunities to meet and take photos with UFC athletes, and the unforgettable chance to step inside the iconic UFC Octagon® after the event. For more information, fans can visit tickets.rs to view package details.

Making its long-awaited debut in Serbia, UFC descends on Belgrade for a landmark night inside the Octagon. With world-class talent assembled from across the globe, the event is shaping up to be an unmissable night of action.

Uros Medic (13-3-0, fighting out of Anchorage, Alaska by way of Novi Sad, Serbia) steps into the Octagon armed with striking precision that has made him one of the most dangerous finishers in the welterweight division. The ranked contender has put together a string of impressive performances, including consecutive first-round stoppage wins over of Geoff Neal, Gilbert Urbina, and Muslim Salikhov, and arrives in Belgrade hungry to cement his place among the division’s elite.

Daniel Rodriguez (20-5-0, fighting out Alhambra, California) has emerged as a fixture in the welterweight rankings as a result of his crisp, technical boxing and steely approach inside the Octagon. Rodriguez enters on a three-fight winning streak, having most recently bested Kevin Holland at UFC 318, and now he heads to Belgrade looking to secure the biggest win of his career.

Further bouts confirmed for the card:

• Local middleweight and Dana White Contender Series alum Dusko Todorovic (13-6-0, fighting out of Belgrade, Serbia) takes on Robert Valentin (11-6-0, fighting out of Zurich, Switzerland) in front of the home crowd at Belgrade Arena.
• A fixture in the light heavyweight rankings, Aleksandar Rakić (14-6-0, fighting out of Vienna, Austria, by way of Serbia) makes the move up to heavyweight for the first time, facing off with Polish veteran Marcin Tybura (27-11-0, fighting out of Łódź, Poland).
• Ante Delija (26-8-0, fighting out of Dubrovnik, Croatia) takes on Johnny Walker (22-10-0, 1 NC, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nevada, by way of Rio das Otras, Brazil) in a heavyweight fight.
• Serbian prospect Jovan Leka (13-2-0, fighting out of Novi Slad, Serbia) makes his UFC debut as he goes head-to-head with Max Gimenis (6-2-0, fighting out Gaithersburg, Marlyand) in a heavyweight clash.
• UFC debutant Vlasto Cepo (14-3-0, fighting out of Novi Sad, Serbia) locks horns with  Gilbert Urbina (7-4-0, fighting out of The Rio Grande Valley, Texas) in a middleweight bout.

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About UFC®

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About MMA Federation of Serbia (RSMMAF)

The MMA Federation of Serbia (RSMMAF) is the national governing body for mixed martial arts in the country, uniting thousands of fans and overseeing a network of more than 50 active member clubs. The organization produces high-level national and regional championships annually, developing sports infrastructure and setting the standards for safety and professionalism in the region. Through its diverse activities, the Federation continuously promotes grassroots sport while creating pathways for domestic fighters to reach the global stage — as evidenced by numerous medals at European and World amateur championships. As a full member of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF), the MMA Federation of Serbia implements education and licensing programmes for officials and coaches, ensuring the legitimacy and continued growth of MMA in Serbia. Headquartered in Belgrade, the Federation actively collaborates with leading global organisations to advance the combat sports industry across the Balkans. For more information, visit mmasavezsrbije.rs and follow the official Federation profiles on Facebook.com/mmasavezsrbije.rs/ and @mmasavezsrbije on X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube: @mma_savez_srbije.

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