Former UFC Champion Junior Dos Santos Gets Destroyed In Netflix MMA Debut
Former UFC champion Junior Dos Santos faced a tough defeat in his MMA debut on Netflix. He was knocked out in the first round by Robelis Despaigne during the MVP MMA 1 event. This loss raises questions about Dos Santos' future in the sport after a promising start to his comeback.
- ▪Junior Dos Santos was defeated by Robelis Despaigne via Round 1 KO at the MVP MMA 1 event.
- ▪The fight took place at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles and was streamed on Netflix.
- ▪Dos Santos had previously won two fights in Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA before this bout.
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InnovationGamingFormer UFC Champion Junior Dos Santos Gets Destroyed In Netflix MMA DebutByBrian Mazique,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Mazique has covered combat sports and video games since 2011.Follow AuthorMay 16, 2026, 09:59pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MAY 16: Robelis Despaigne fights Junior dos Santos in their heavyweight bout during the main card of Netflix's Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano at Intuit Dome on May 16, 2026 in Inglewood, California.
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