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Urbina Stuns Cepo in First-Round TKO
1 Aug
Summary
- Gilbert Urbina secured a swift TKO victory over Octagon newcomer Vlasto Cepo.
- The fight concluded in the first round with Urbina winning by punches and elbows.
- Urbina's dominant performance lasted only 61 seconds at UFC Belgrade.
At UFC Belgrade on August 1, 2026, Gilbert Urbina delivered a stunning performance, defeating Octagon newcomer Vlasto Cepo via first-round TKO. The highly anticipated bout took place at the Belgrade Arena in Serbia.
Cepo, a former Oktagon MMA standout, was expected to make a strong debut, possessing considerable power. However, his aggressive approach left him vulnerable to Urbina's counter-striking.
Urbina, now competing at 185 pounds, engaged in a striking battle with Cepo. He successfully defended Cepo's powerful shots and landed a critical jab that dropped his opponent. Urbina followed up with a barrage of punches and elbows, compelling the referee to halt the fight after just 61 seconds.
This victory marks a significant moment for Urbina, as he returns to the win column after a previous period away from UFC victories. The event was broadcast live on Paramount+.
