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UFC Middleweight

Rodolfo Vieira VS Robert Bryczek

Meta Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.

Tale of the Tape

12-5-0 Record 18-8-0
37 Age 36
183 cm Height 183 cm
185 cm Reach 190 cm
orthodox Stance orthodox
83% Finish rate 72%
8% KO rate 67%
75% Sub rate 6%

Result Summary

Rodolfo Vieira def. Robert Bryczek Decision (unanimous) · R3 5:00

Rodolfo Vieira defeated Robert Bryczek by unanimous decision in their middleweight contest at UFC Fight Night: Rosas Jr. vs. Barcelos on September 26, 2026. All three judges scored every round for Vieira, returning identical 30-27 cards. Vieira took Bryczek down early in round one, advanced to mount, and took his back to attempt a rear-naked choke — a pattern he repeated throughout the fight to keep Bryczek off his feet. In round two, an accidental low blow halted action for nearly three minutes; Bryczek responded with a multi-punch combination before Vieira clinched to smother the burst. The third round followed the same script, with Vieira controlling along the fence via leg kicks and clinch knees while Bryczek's power shots failed to change the trajectory.

Fight Overview

Multiple-time BJJ world champion Rodolfo Vieira looks to end a two-fight skid against Polish finisher Robert Bryczek, who brings 12 career stoppages into this UFC Vegas 121 middleweight bout. Vieira's suffocating high-pressure grappling against Bryczek's heavy striking power creates a classic style clash where neither fighter is comfortable in the other's territory. Both men need a finish to stay relevant in a deep 185-pound division.

Keys to Victory

Rodolfo Vieira

  1. Close distance quickly and chain takedowns to neutralize Bryczek's power striking before damage accumulates.
  2. Once on the mat, advance position methodically and threaten submissions to limit Bryczek's ability to stall.
  3. Avoid trading in open space where Bryczek's power punches carry knockout danger at any moment.

Robert Bryczek

  1. Use footwork and range to keep Vieira at the end of punching distance and deny his takedown entries.
  2. Land early power shots to dissuade Vieira from shooting, turning him into a one-dimensional grappler.
  3. Stay active on the feet during clinch breaks and punish Vieira when he dives low for leg takedowns.

Last 5 fights

Rodolfo Vieira

  1. L Eric McConico Decision · R3 5:00 · 25 APR 2026
  2. L Bo Nickal TKO · R3 2:36 · 15 NOV 2025
  3. W Tresean Gore Decision · R3 5:00 · 2 AUG 2025
  4. L Andre Petroski Decision · R3 5:00 · 15 FEB 2025
  5. W Armen Petrosyan Submission · R1 4:48 · 10 FEB 2024

Robert Bryczek

  1. L Cameron Rowston Decision · R3 5:00 · 2 MAY 2026
  2. W Brad Tavares TKO · R3 1:43 · 6 SEPT 2025
  3. L Ihor Potieria Decision · R3 5:00 · 10 FEB 2024
  4. W Samuel Krištofič TKO · R1 0:55 · 28 JUL 2023
  5. W Lee Chadwick TKO · R1 2:41 · 20 MAY 2023

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