It’s that time of year again!
Contender Series is back with 10 straight weeks of mixed martial arts (MMA) action, streaming at 7 p.m. ET TONIGHT (Tues., Sept. 1, 2026) on Paramount+.
In the main event, Welterweights collide as Patrick Rivera (13-4) fights Adam Darby (7-1). The co-main event sees a returning Middleweight as Brandon Holmes (6-1) takes on Modestino Rodrigues (7-1). In the “Featured” bout, Liam McCracken (8-1) tries to get a UC contract just three years after getting his by a bus as he takes on Silvestre
Sanchez (9-1). Heavyweights hook ‘em up as Charlie Cleveland (6-1) fights Gabriel Lorenco (7-1). Finally, Adam Livingston (7-1) gets a second shot at a UFC contract against Hunter Smith (6-1)
‘Contender Series’ Quick Results:
Patrick Rivera vs. Adam Darby —
Brandon Holmes vs. Modestino Rodrigues –Liam McCraken vs. Silvestre Sanchez —
Charlie Cleveland vs. Gabriel Lorenco —
Adam Livingston vs. Hunter Smith —
