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Brendan Allen TKO's De Ridder, Calls Out Top Fighters

10/19/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Brendan Allen defeated Reinier de Ridder by TKO due to a corner stoppage after four rounds at UFC Vancouver on October 18, 2025, at Rogers Arena.
De Ridder dominated early with grappling, but Allen gained control in later rounds.
Allen landed 128 strikes to de Ridder's 51 and held top position for over 11 minutes.
Allen called out champion Khamzat Chimaev and former champion Dricus Du Plessis after the fight.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural UFC event, UFC 1, took place on November 12, 1993, in Denver, Colorado, featuring an eight-man tournament with minimal rules. Royce Gracie emerged victorious, showcasing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu against diverse martial arts styles. This groundbreaking event laid the foundation for mixed martial arts, evolving into a sport with structured weight classes and increased emphasis on striking, as seen in Brendan Allen's recent performance.

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Story summary

Brendan Allen defeated Reinier de Ridder by TKO due to a corner stoppage after four rounds at UFC Vancouver on October 18, 2025, at Rogers Arena.
De Ridder dominated early with grappling, but Allen gained control in later rounds.
Allen landed 128 strikes to de Ridder's 51 and held top position for over 11 minutes.
Allen called out champion Khamzat Chimaev and former champion Dricus Du Plessis after the fight.

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