During Week 7 of Contender Series, six fighters earned UFC contracts, including former ring girl Jeisla Chaves who won a split decision in a bloody, back-and-forth fight, despite Dana White's disagreement with the result; all five winners from the event secured UFC contracts, with notable performances from Rafael Tobias, Javier Reyes, and others.
The UFC Contender Series Season 9, Week 5, featured historic fast knockouts, with Steven Asplund and Lerryan Douglas earning UFC contracts, and Freddy Vidal and Samuel Sanches securing impressive wins, while Carol Foro and Shanelle Dyer delivered a standout fight, highlighting a wild night of MMA action.
Four fighters earned UFC contracts during DWCS Season 9, Week 4, highlighted by a potential Knockout of the Year from Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani, with notable performances including a quick TKO by Cezary Oleksiejczuk and a controversial decision win by Eduardo Chapolin, while commentator Michael Chiesa made his debut.