The Latest Breaking News from Bogdan Grad

Luke Riley on Paddy Pimblett’s unorthodox pep talk ahead of his dream UFC debut

Exclusive interview: British featherweight Riley reflects on his stunning knockout victory in his maiden UFC outing, which bagged him a $50,000 bonus

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2025

Bogdan Grad takes non-delusional approach to future after UFC Saudi Arabia debut win

Bogdan Grad, a two-time fighter on Dana White’s Contender Series, won his official UFC debut and picked up a $50,000 bonus.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 4, 2025

UFC Saudi Arabia: Terrance McKinney now has 6 UFC first-round finishes – and 0 bonuses

The UFC handed out four bonuses after Saturday's card, but once again passed over a fighter who always finishes his wins.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 1, 2025

Daniel Frunza plans to spearhead Romanian takeover in UFC: ‘We’re going to lead the way’

A year ago, Romania had two UFC fighters. Now, with Daniel Frunza, Alice Ardelean and Bogdan Grad, the number has more than doubled.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 6, 2024

DWCS 69 winner Bogdan Grad: ‘I’m a f*cking dog, and you can expect always just fire’

Bogdan Grad embraces Dana White's praise after earning a UFC contract.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 28, 2024

Dana White’s Contender Series 69: Grading the winners

MMA Junkie fight analyst Dan Tom takes a closer look at the performances of the five winners from Dana White's Contender Series 69.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 28, 2024

DWCS 57 winner Tom Nolan says follow-up punch after knockout was payback for disrespect

Tom Nolan's extra blow after knocking out Bogdan Grad was absolutely intentional.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 9, 2023

Dana White’s Contender Series 57: Grading the winners

MMA Junkie fight analyst Dan Tom takes a closer look at the performances of the five winners from Dana White's Contender Series 57.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 9, 2023

Dana White’s Contender Series 57 video: Tom Nolan lands brutal left hook to knock out opponent

Tom Nolan scored the first knockout of Season 7 of Dana White's Contender Series, and it was vicious.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 9, 2023

Dana White’s Contender Series 57 results: All winners get contracts, including 35-year-old kickboxing standout

Season 7 of Dana White's Contender Series debuts Tuesday, and MMA Junkie will have live results from on-site at the UFC Apex.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 8, 2023