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Dropped twice, Roberto Soldic flipped the fight to win UFC debut

Roberto Soldic showcased all his skills and wasn’t chasing a finish in his Ultimate Fighting Championship debut.

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 4:14 AM
Dropped twice, Roberto Soldic flipped the fight to win UFC debut
Key Things to Know
  • Roberto Soldic overcame being knocked down twice to defeat Kalinn Williams via unanimous decision at UFC 332.
  • The victory marked Soldic's successful promotional debut in the UFC welterweight division.
  • Soldic controlled the final two rounds using wrestling and strikes after a difficult opening round.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Roberto Soldic rallied from two first-round knockdowns to defeat Kalinn Williams via unanimous decision in his promotional debut at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City. After suffering a difficult opening round, the former KSW champion controlled the remaining two rounds by displaying his complete skill set, including striking and wrestling.

The fight was Soldic's first appearance in 18 months following an extended layoff since his last bout in ONE Championship in February 2025. Soldic expressed satisfaction with his endurance and performance at the post-fight press conference, noting that going the distance against an experienced veteran was a valuable test for his welterweight campaign.

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