Tom Nolan beats Renato Moicano by TKO on 31 October 2026

Tom Nolan stopped Renato Moicano by TKO in the UFC Fight Night main event, handing the Brazilian his eighth career defeat. The lightweight headliner saw Nolan impose his game to secure the finish and move to 41-11 overall. Moicano, who entered on a 21-7-1 ledger, could not find the answers as Nolan closed the show.

How it ended

Nolan pressed forward to force the stoppage, earning the TKO victory in a bout scheduled for five rounds. The Russian delivered punishing work to break down Moicano and prompt the referee's intervention. With the finish secured, Nolan added his 25th knockout win to his professional tally.

Updated records

• Renato Moicano — 21-8-1 (2 KO)
• Tom Nolan — 41-11 (25 KO)

What's next

Nolan's record now stands at 41-11, positioning him for a step up the lightweight ladder after a statement main-event victory. Moicano falls to 21-8-1 and will need to regroup following back-to-back setbacks. Both fighters remain fixtures in a deep division, but their trajectories have diverged sharply after this result.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Renato Moicano vs Tom Nolan?

Tom Nolan defeated Renato Moicano by TKO at UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs Nolan.

How did Renato Moicano vs Tom Nolan end?

The fight ended by TKO.

What's Tom Nolan's record now?

Tom Nolan now stands at 41-11 (25 KO).

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