Dana White's Contender Series 2025: Season 9 - Week 10 - Vidal vs. Rodrigues is a mixed martial arts event to take place on October 14, 2025 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.
Fight Card
Main Card (ESPN+)
Light Heavyweight Freddy Vidal vs. Levi Rodrigues 205 lbs Middleweight Mario Mingaj vs. Wesley Schultz 185 lbs Heavyweight Azamat Nuftillaev vs. Jovan Leka 265 lbs Welterweight Michael Oliveira vs. Victor Valenzuela 170 lbs Featherweight Marwan Rahiki vs. Ananias Mulumba 145 lbs Bantamweight Kwon Won-il vs. Juan Díaz 135 lbs
Background
The ninth season of Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS) comes to a close this week with a final slate of prospects looking to earn a coveted UFC contract. The action returns to the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 14, 2025, with six intriguing matchups across four divisions. Will the final night of the season deliver the exciting finishes and surprising moments that have defined Season 9?
Let's take a closer look at the fights on tap.
Light Heavyweight Freddy Vidal vs. Levi Rodrigues
The night's main event features two promising prospects in the Light Heavyweight division.
Freddy Vidal (4-0) returns to the DWCS cage after an impressive performance earlier this season, where he secured a dramatic, upset submission victory over Felipe Franco in the final minute of the third round. Vidal, a high school coach by day, took that fight on short notice and showed incredible grit and finishing instincts, despite missing weight. While his perfect record is notable, he will need to show better discipline with his weight and prove that his last performance was not a one-off stroke of luck.
Facing him is the undefeated Levi Rodrigues (5-0), a fighter with an unblemished record who enters the Apex for the first time. The 28-year-old Brazilian will be looking to capitalize on this opportunity to make a statement and secure his contract. With both fighters known for their ability to finish fights, this 205 lbs main event has the potential to be an explosive contest to close out the season.
Middleweight Mario Mingaj vs. Wesley Schultz
Two veterans of the regional circuit square off at 185 lbs in the co-main event, both looking to take the next step in their careers.
Mario Mingaj (7-0) brings a perfect professional record into the contest. The Italian fighter is a proven finisher with a mix of knockouts and submissions on his resume. He's been fighting consistently and has momentum on his side, having won all seven of his pro bouts.
He is met by Wesley Schultz (6-2), who is also known for his exciting style, evidenced by an impressive 5.16 strikes landed per minute (SLpM) in his previous DWCS appearance. Schultz has solid grappling numbers, averaging 3.36 takedowns per 15 minutes, which suggests this could be a classic striker-versus-grappler contest. Schultz will be fighting to bounce back from a loss in his previous DWCS outing, providing him with extra motivation to get a win here.
Heavyweight Azamat Nuftillaev vs. Jovan Leka
The Heavyweight clash at 265 lbs is a barnburner between two highly-regarded fighters.
Azamat Nuftillaev (12-1-1) is a powerhouse with an outstanding record and a massive 84% finish rate. The Uzbekistan native has 8 knockouts and 2 submissions on his resume and has fought across multiple global promotions. However, he enters this contest having suffered his first career loss in his most recent outing back in 2022, so he'll be eager to re-establish his dominance.
He faces Jovan Leka (10-2), a young prospect who is just 23 years old but already has 12 professional fights under his belt. Leka's record speaks for itself, showing his ability to compete at a high level. This match pits Nuftillaev's raw power and experience against Leka's youth and volume, promising fireworks in the big-man division.
Welterweight Michael Oliveira vs. Victor Valenzuela
The Welterweights take center stage at 170 lbs in a contest that could showcase varied skillsets.
Michael Oliveira is a name that may be familiar to combat sports fans, though primarily from a notable professional boxing career that ended in 2013. The extent of his MMA experience is not immediately clear from the records, which could make him an unpredictable factor in this DWCS bout. If his striking pedigree transfers to the Octagon, he will be a serious threat.
His opponent is Victor Valenzuela, who was recently active, competing in June 2025 at Fury FC 105. Valenzuela will look to use his recent competitive rhythm and potential MMA experience to overcome any striking advantage Oliveira might possess. This is a high-risk, high-reward fight for both men, where the contract may go to the one who can best blend their skills.
Featherweight Marwan Rahiki vs. Ananias Mulumba
Featherweights looking to make a splash at 145 lbs meet in the middle of the card.
Marwan Rahiki (6-0) is another undefeated fighter on the card, with a perfect record that shows he is capable of finishing fights. His most recent win in June 2025 was a submission victory, indicating that his game is well-rounded. Rahiki is stepping up to the biggest stage of his career to see if his flawless record can translate into a contract.
He faces the dangerous Ananias Mulumba (9-2), who holds a strong record and has fought for promotions like African Knockout and Brave CF. Mulumba has a great finish rate, having won 44% of his fights by TKO/KO and 56% by submission, making him a threat everywhere the fight goes. This matchup between two high-percentage finishers at 145 lbs is one to watch.
Bantamweight Kwon Won-il vs. Juan Díaz
The opening contest of the night at 135 lbs features two international veterans.
Kwon Won-il (13-5) enters the Apex with significant experience, primarily from the ONE Championship promotion, where he has competed for the bantamweight title as recently as January 2025. The South Korean fighter, nicknamed "Pretty Boy," is a Taekwondo stylist with a high-octane, knockout-heavy approach, boasting 11 wins by knockout. His high-level experience makes him a top contender to watch.
He is pitted against Juan Díaz (14-1-1), a fighter with an equally impressive professional record. Díaz, who weighs in at 135 lbs, has shown consistency throughout his career. This pairing of two established, high-volume fighters with excellent records promises an action-packed start to the evening.
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