It’s that time again!
Contender Series is back with 10 straight weeks of mixed martial arts (MMA) action, streaming at 7 p.m. ET TONIGHT (Tues., Sept. 1, 2026) on Paramount+.
In the main event, Welterweights collide as Patrick Rivera (13-4) fights Adam Darby (7-1). The co-main event sees a returning Middleweight as Brandon Holmes (6-1) takes on Modestino Rodrigues (7-1). In the “Featured” bout, Liam McCracken (8-1) tries to get a UFC contract just three years after getting hit by a bus as he takes on Silvestre Sanchez (9-1). Heavyweights hook ’em up as Charlie Cleveland (6-1) fights Gabriel Lorenco (7-1). Finally, Adam Livingston (7-1) gets a second shot at a UFC contract against Hunter Smith (6-1).
‘Contender Series’ Quick Results:
Patrick Rivera vs. Adam Darby —
Brandon Holmes vs. Modestino Rodrigues –
Liam McCraken vs. Silvestre Sanchez — Sanchez def. McCraken via knockout (punch) Round 3, 2:44
Charlie Cleveland vs. Gabriel Lorenco — Lorenco def. Cleveland via TKO (punches) Round 1, 2:02
Adam Livingston vs. Hunter Smith — Livingston def. Smith via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
‘Contender Series’ Highlights & Results:
170 lbs.: Patrick Rivera vs. Adam Darby
185 lbs.: Brandon Holmes vs. Modestino Rodrigues
155 lbs.: Sanchez def. McCraken via knockout
265 lbs.: Lorenco def. Cleveland via TKO
155 lbs.: Livingston def. Smith via split decision
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