Bogdan Grad takes non-delusional approach to future after UFC Saudi Arabia debut win

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Bogdan Grad beat Lucas Alexander with a second-round TKO Saturday on the preliminary card at UFC Fight Night 250 at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Take a look inside the fight with Grad, a two-time fighter on Dana White’s Contender Series who won his official UFC debut.

Bogdan Grad def. Lucas Alexander

Result: Bogdan Grad def. Lucas Alexander via TKO (strikes) – Round 2, 4:22
Updated records: Grad (15-2 MMA, 1-0 UFC), Alexander (8-5 MMA, 1-3 UFC)
Key stats: Grad landed three takedowns and had more than 4 minutes of control time on his way to the ground-and-pound win.

Grad on the fight’s key moment

“I’m not too happy with my performance tonight because it wasn’t nearly what I’m capable of. But it is what it is – back to the drawing board. Next time, I’m going to perform a little bit better, and maybe I’ll perform at my fullest.”

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Grad on his debut

“Hearing my name called in the UFC for the first time was an amazing feeling and I can’t be more proud than I am. There was no pressure for me because I already accomplished my dream – being in the UFC. Everything after that was going to be a bonus, and it was a good bonus.”

Grad on what he wants next

“I want to fight at least three times in 2025 and climb up the rankings – not the top 15. Don’t get me wrong – I’m not delusional. But there are many other guys before that.”

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To hear more from Grad, check out his post-fight interview above.

For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie’s event hub for UFC Fight Night 250.

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