Newcomer Donte Johnson made a successful promotional debut at UFC Vegas 110, submitting Sedriques Dumas with a guillotine choke.
Sedriques Dumas, a middleweight with a history of personal struggles, including a recent arrest for alleged home invasion, faced Johnson on the preliminary card. Despite his challenges, Dumas had a 3-3, 1NC record in the UFC since joining in 2023 after appearing on the Contender Series.
Johnson, a fellow DWCS graduate, entered the fight with a perfect 6-0 record. The fight began with Johnson closing the distance, but Dumas quickly changed levels and secured a single-leg takedown. However, Johnson remained composed, used the cage to his advantage, and worked his way back to his feet.
Johnson's victory marked a successful debut in the UFC.
Author's summary: Donte Johnson wins UFC debut.