Tue Oct 01 04:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Unbeaten Light Heavyweight Nurgozhay Earns UFC Contract with Spectacular Knockout on DWCS

**Las Vegas, NV** – Diyar Nurgozhay continued his undefeated streak with a stunning knockout victory over Bartosz Szewczyk in the main event of Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS) Season 8, Week 8. Nurgozhay, who previously fought for UAE Warriors, landed a devastating head kick in the second round to secure the win and earn a coveted UFC contract.

The event, held at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, saw four other fighters also secure their spot in the UFC. Alberto Montes submitted Carlos Calderon in the second round with an anaconda choke in the co-main event, while David Martinez, Torrez Finney, and Jacobe Smith all secured unanimous decision, TKO, and TKO victories respectively.

This week’s DWCS episode saw an impressive five fighters secure contracts, following last week’s event where all five winners earned UFC deals. This season has seen a total of 29 contracts awarded, showcasing the rising talent pool within the world of mixed martial arts.

Fans can expect to see these new fighters compete in the UFC soon.

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