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Magomed Tuchalov defeated Siyaku Dumiso by tactical knockout (TKO) via elbows at 0:43 of Round 2. The light heavyweight matchup took place on January 31, 2026, as part of the main card at the UAE Warriors 67 event in Abu Dhabi.
Fight Breakdown
- Round 1 Dominance: Magomed “Wild” Tuchalov entered the bout as a heavy betting favorite against South Africa’s Siyaku “The Chef” Dumiso. Tuchalov controlled the pacing of the opening round, pinning Dumiso against the cage and utilizing a heavy back attack. He consistently wore Dumiso down with relentless knees to the thighs and accurate right hands. While Dumiso displayed immense durability, he had very little success escaping Tuchalov’s grappling pressure.
- Round 2 Finish: Heading into the second round, Tuchalov immediately closed the distance and landed a heavy right elbow on the break. He unleashed a barrage of elbows that visibly compromised Dumiso.
- The Stoppage: Seeing Dumiso trapped and taking excessive, unanswered damage, referee Sullean Alpour Highen stepped in to call a halt to the contest just 43 seconds into the round.
Dumiso was not knocked completely unconscious, but the referee deemed he could no longer intelligently defend himself. The stoppage stood without any protest from Dumiso’s corner. This victory preserved Tuchalov’s undefeated record, ultimately paving the way for him to secure the UAE Warriors Light Heavyweight Championship and earn a contract with the UFC.