Brando Pericic scored a knockout victory over Shamil Gaziev at UFC Fight Night 275 on May 2, 2026, in Perth, Western Australia. This fight marked Pericic’s fifth consecutive finish in his MMA career.
Shamil Gaziev was looking to return to the win column against Brando Pericic. However, he suffered a knockout loss at 3:44 of Round 2. This defeat represents Gaziev’s second consecutive knockout loss.
Key fight statistics:
- Brando Pericic improved his MMA record to 7-1 and UFC record to 3-0 with this victory.
- Shamil Gaziev’s MMA record is now 14-2 and UFC record stands at 3-2 after this fight.
- The fight featured heavy exchanges and back-and-forth action between the fighters.
Pericic has finished all of his last five fights, showcasing his striking ability and resilience. Observers noted that the fight was intense and competitive until the knockout.
Following the match, Brando Pericic called for a fight on the upcoming UFC Fight Night 282 card in Belgrade, Serbia. The Australian contender will now likely take Gaziev’s spot in the top 15 of the heavyweight rankings.
