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Sundell Earns UFC Contract, Beats Pereira
14 Oct
Summary
- Smilla Sundell defeated Aline Pereira in a DWCS bout.
- Sundell earned a UFC contract with her dominant performance.
- Aline Pereira, sister of Alex Pereira, failed to secure a UFC spot.
Smilla Sundell has earned a UFC contract following a commanding performance against Aline Pereira on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The Dana White's Contender Series bout saw Sundell showcase superior forward pressure and a high volume of strikes throughout the three rounds.
Aline Pereira, sister to UFC fighter Alex Pereira, struggled to gain significant momentum despite landing some effective counter-strikes. Ultimately, Sundell's consistent offense proved too much, securing her the most significant victory of her professional career.
With this win, Sundell is set to debut in the UFC's women's bantamweight division, bringing fresh talent to a division seeking new contenders.
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