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Rodolfo Vieira Not Dwelling on Losing Streak Ahead of UFC Vegas 121

Las Vegas — Rodolfo Vieira is happy to be in a co-main event at UFC Vegas 121 on Saturday, even if it’s not entirely deserving. “I’m feeling great. I didn’t know that I was going to fight in the co-main…

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 8:24 PM
Rodolfo Vieira Not Dwelling on Losing Streak Ahead of UFC Vegas 121
Key Things to Know
  • Rodolfo Vieira will face Robert Bryczek in the co-main event at UFC Vegas 121.
  • Vieira enters the middleweight bout on a two-fight losing streak with an 11-5 record.
  • Vieira noted he feels no pressure regarding past losses or potential roster cuts.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rodolfo Vieira is set to face Robert Bryczek in the co-main event at UFC Vegas 121 on Saturday. Speaking at the pre-fight media day, the middleweight expressed gratitude for the placement despite entering the matchup on a two-fight losing streak. Vieira holds an 11-5 professional record and noted he completed an eight-week training camp ahead of the bout.

Vieira stated he feels no pressure and does not dwell on past bouts or the risk of being cut by the promotion. A multi-time Brazilian jiu-jitsu world champion, he emphasized that his primary strategy against Bryczek is to avoid striking and instead pursue takedowns to utilize his grappling skills.

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