On May 2, 2026, at UFC Fight Night 275 in Perth, Western Australia, Brando Pericic delivered a stunning knockout to Shamil Gaziev, marking his fifth consecutive finish in MMA. The fight took place at the RAC Arena and showcased intense back-and-forth action.
Pericic knocked out Gaziev at 3:44 of Round 2, a decisive moment that left fans cheering. This victory improved Pericic’s MMA record to 7 wins and just 1 loss, while his UFC record now stands at an impressive 3-0. In contrast, Gaziev faced his second consecutive knockout loss, bringing his MMA record to 14 wins and 2 losses, with a UFC record of 3-2.
The match was part of the main card and featured heavy exchanges between the two fighters. Commentators noted how Pericic folded Gaziev after a thrilling two rounds. “Pericic folds Gaziev after crazy two rounds,” one analyst remarked.
With this win, Pericic is likely to ascend into the top ranks of the heavyweight division. “The Australian contender will now likely take Gaziev’s spot in the top 15 of the heavyweight rankings,” analysts suggested after the fight.
Looking ahead, Pericic has set his sights on future challenges. He called for a fight on the upcoming UFC Fight Night 282 card scheduled in Belgrade, Serbia. Fans are eager to see who will step up against him next.
