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Lorenz's KO Redemption: UFC Contract Likely
19 Aug
Summary
- Alik Lorenz secured a Round 1 knockout win over Mahamed Aly.
- Lorenz's victory on Tuesday likely earns him a UFC contract.
- This win avenges Lorenz's previous 30-second knockout loss.
Alik Lorenz achieved a decisive knockout victory over Mahamed Aly on Tuesday, marking a significant moment in his fighting career. The bout, which took place at Dana White's Contender Series 88, concluded 2:33 into the first round when Lorenz landed a powerful right hook that incapacitated Aly.
Lorenz, who previously suffered a swift knockout loss in 2025, demonstrated remarkable resilience. Following his DWCS appearance, he secured a win at LFA with a 24-second knockout. This latest triumph over Aly is anticipated to result in Lorenz earning a UFC contract.
Mahamed Aly, a former IBJJF world champion, faced a setback on DWCS for the second consecutive year. In 2025, he was also knocked out within 20 seconds by Iwo Baraniewski. Aly had secured a win for Shogun Fights between his DWCS appearances.
