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Roberto Soldic vs. Daniel Rodriguez targeted for UFC Dallas

Roberto Soldić is getting his chance to break into the welterweight top 15. On Monday, MMA Fighting confirmed that Soldić will fight Daniel Rodriguez at UFC Dallas, the first UFC event of 2027, which takes place on Jan. 16. The…

By Jed Meshew · MMA Fighting

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 8:30 PM

Key Things to Know

Roberto Soldic is scheduled to fight Daniel Rodriguez at UFC Dallas on January 16, 2027.
The matchup marks the UFC's opening event for the 2027 calendar year.
Soldic entered the UFC following stints in KSW and ONE Championship, defeating Khaos Williams in his debut.

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Roberto Soldic is set to face Daniel Rodriguez at UFC Dallas on January 16, 2027. The welterweight bout was confirmed by MMA Fighting following an initial report by The Starch. The event marks the UFC's first scheduled fight card of 2027.

Soldic recently made his promotional debut with a unanimous decision victory over Khaos Williams at UFC 332. Meanwhile, Rodriguez, ranked No. 14 in the division, looks to bounce back from an August knockout loss to Uros Medic.

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