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Modestas Bukauskas news
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The gist
Modestas Bukauskas faces Oumar Sy at UFC Paris on September 5, seeking a top-15 light heavyweight spot. The bout carries rankings stakes for both fighters.
Background
Modestas Bukauskas, a Lithuanian light heavyweight based in London, is on his second UFC run, which has been stronger than his first. He enters UFC Paris after a split-decision win over Christian Edwards in May 2026, though he was originally booked to face Rodolfo Bellato. His opponent, Frenchman Oumar Sy, is 12-2 and still outside the UFC Top 15, making this a pivotal matchup for both.
How it unfolded
- Jan 2026Bukauskas suffered a third-round knockout loss to Nikita Krylov.
- May 2026Bukauskas earned a split-decision victory over Christian Edwards, with an opponent change on short notice.
- Sep 1, 2026Bukauskas stated he plans to 'take it' to Oumar Sy and prove he deserves a top-15 opponent.
- Sep 5, 2026Bukauskas is scheduled to face Oumar Sy at UFC Paris at Accor Arena.
Who’s saying what
- Fighter
- Bukauskas believes he has the right game plan and tools to win, saying 'I have to take it to him.'
- Analysts
- RotoWire predicts Sy will land the better shots and find a TKO win, calling it a favorable matchup for the Frenchman.