DWCS Week 4: 5 UFC Contracts After Wild Finishes

The DWCS Season 10 Week 4 results delivered exactly the kind of action Dana White’s Contender Series is designed to produce. Five fighters entered the Octagon at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas on Tuesday night, September 1, and all five left with UFC contracts after a card that featured four stoppages in five fights.

The night produced a little bit of everything. Adam Livingston secured a hard-fought split decision in the opening contest, while Gabriel Lorenco, Silvestre Sanchez and Adam Darby all stopped their opponents. The fastest finish came from Modestino Rodrigues, who needed only 15 seconds to knock out Brandon Holmes.

By the end of the event, Dana White had awarded contracts to every winner. The result continued a strong start to Season 10, with the UFC’s official results confirming that the total number of contract winners had reached 20 through four weeks. UUFC+1

DWCS Season 10 Week 4 results at a glance

The five fights produced four stoppages and one decision.

• Adam Darby def. Patrick Rivera via TKO by doctor’s stoppage — Round 3, 2:42
• Modestino Rodrigues def. Brandon Holmes via TKO by punches — Round 1, 0:15
• Silvestre Sanchez def. Liam McCracken via TKO by punches — Round 3, 2:44
• Gabriel Lorenco def. Charlie Cleveland via TKO by punches — Round 1, 2:02
• Adam Livingston def. Hunter Smith via split decision — 29-28, 28-29, 29-28

All five winners received UFC contracts following their performances. MMMA Fighting+1

Adam Darby dominates Patrick Rivera

Adam Darby entered the main event as the biggest betting favorite on the card, and he ultimately lived up to those expectations.

Darby controlled much of the contest against Patrick Rivera with a steady mixture of low kicks and accurate punches. Rivera remained competitive in terms of toughness, but the damage accumulated as the fight progressed.

By the third round, Rivera’s face had suffered significant swelling and visible damage. Referee Kerry Hatley eventually called for a doctor to examine Rivera’s eye before the bout was stopped at 2:42 of the round.

The result was officially recorded as a TKO by doctor’s stoppage.

Darby’s performance was particularly notable because of the volume of low kicks he landed. According to the source report, he produced what would have been a UFC welterweight record for low kicks, although Contender Series fights are not included in official UFC fight statistics. MMMA Fighting

For Darby, the victory capped an impressive night and secured his place on the UFC roster.

Why Darby earned his UFC contract

Darby demonstrated several qualities that are valuable in the UFC. His striking was consistent, his kicking game was effective and he maintained pressure over three rounds.

Perhaps most importantly, he showed that he could follow a clear game plan against a dangerous opponent.

Rivera entered the fight riding a six-fight winning streak, making Darby’s dominant showing even more significant. The stoppage also gave White an easy reason to reward the main-event winner with a contract. MMMA Fighting+1

Modestino Rodrigues scores the fastest finish

The most explosive moment of the night came from Modestino Rodrigues.

The Brazilian fighter needed just 15 seconds to stop Brandon Holmes, immediately putting his striking ability on display.

Rodrigues opened with a low kick before rapidly closing the distance and unleashing a combination of punches. Holmes was unable to recover as the referee stepped in almost immediately.

The official time was just 0:15 of Round 1.

Rodrigues, a former K-1 kickboxer, entered the bout with a reputation for dangerous striking. His performance at the UFC APEX gave White exactly the type of highlight-reel finish that often leads to a Contender Series contract. MMMA Fighting

The 22-year-old’s victory also provided one of the clearest statements of the evening. There was no need for a judges’ scorecard or a lengthy evaluation. Rodrigues created an immediate impact and finished his opponent before the fight had truly developed.

Silvestre Sanchez survives early problems

Silvestre Sanchez faced a tougher test against Liam McCracken, but the Mexican lightweight eventually found the finish.

McCracken had success early in the fight. His speed and jab created problems for Sanchez, who had to adjust while dealing with his opponent’s movement.

Sanchez responded by increasing his physical pressure. He began landing harder punches and mixing in takedowns, gradually forcing McCracken into a more demanding fight.

The contest appeared to be heading toward a decision as the third round progressed. Instead, Sanchez changed the outcome with one decisive left hook.

The punch ended McCracken’s night at 2:44 of Round 3 and earned Sanchez a UFC contract. MMMA Fighting

The victory was especially impressive because Sanchez did not simply overpower his opponent from the opening bell. He had to make adjustments, absorb resistance and find a finish late in the fight.

That type of adaptability could prove valuable as he moves toward the UFC.

Gabriel Lorenco delivers controversial knockout

Gabriel Lorenco produced another first-round stoppage when he faced Charlie Cleveland in the heavyweight matchup.

Both fighters came out aggressively, exchanging powerful shots from the opening moments. Cleveland appeared to have some early success, but Lorenco eventually found the opening he needed.

A hook sent Cleveland to the canvas. Cleveland managed to get back to his feet, but Lorenco continued his attack.

An elbow then sent Cleveland down again, followed by hammerfists that brought the referee intervention at 2:02 of Round 1.

The stoppage gave Lorenco his UFC contract, although the finish was not without controversy. The elbow appeared to potentially land on the back of Cleveland’s head, an area that can create questions regarding the legality and positioning of strikes. MMMA Fighting

Despite the controversy, the official result remained a TKO victory for Lorenco.

The performance nevertheless demonstrated Lorenco’s power and finishing instincts. In a division where one clean sequence can end a fight instantly, those qualities can make a prospect particularly interesting.

Adam Livingston gets redemption

The opening bout of the evening had a different storyline.

Adam Livingston returned to the Contender Series after suffering a defeat on Season 9. This time, he faced Hunter Smith in a competitive lightweight matchup with another opportunity to convince White that he belonged in the UFC.

Livingston used his reach and striking skills effectively throughout the fight. He also mixed in spinning attacks that helped keep Smith from settling into a comfortable rhythm.

Smith, however, refused to back down.

He continually pressured Livingston and landed hard punches, turning the fight into a competitive back-and-forth battle. After 15 minutes, the judges were split.

Two judges scored the fight 29-28 for Livingston, while one judge gave Smith the same score.

Livingston therefore secured the split-decision victory and, more importantly, earned the UFC contract that had eluded him during his first Contender Series appearance. MMMA Fighting

For Livingston, the victory represented one of the most compelling stories of the night. A previous setback did not end his pursuit of a UFC opportunity. Instead, he returned to the same stage and performed well enough to earn a second chance.

Five winners, five UFC contracts

The most notable takeaway from the DWCS Season 10 Week 4 results was the consistency of Dana White’s contract decisions.

Every winner on the card received a UFC deal.

That meant Livingston earned a contract despite going to the judges, while the other four winners finished their opponents. The result continued the trend of Season 10, where the Contender Series has already produced a large number of successful contract candidates.

The UFC’s official coverage confirmed that the Season 10 contract total reached 20 after Week 4. UUFC

For fighters competing on Contender Series, that number matters. Winning is important, but the format is ultimately about convincing UFC leadership that a fighter can contribute to the promotion.

Week 4 provided five different examples of how that can happen.

Darby showed sustained dominance. Rodrigues produced an explosive knockout. Sanchez demonstrated resilience and adjustment. Lorenco showed raw finishing power. Livingston provided a redemption story.

What the DWCS Week 4 results mean for the UFC

The Contender Series remains one of the UFC’s most important pathways for discovering emerging talent.

Unlike established UFC events, the fighters on this show are competing with an additional layer of pressure. A victory can be valuable, but a memorable performance can change a career overnight.

Week 4 highlighted that dynamic perfectly.

Rodrigues needed only 15 seconds to make his case. Sanchez turned a difficult fight into a late knockout. Lorenco produced an emphatic heavyweight finish. Darby dominated a highly regarded opponent over nearly three rounds.

Livingston’s case was different, but perhaps equally important. He proved that a fighter does not necessarily need a knockout to earn White’s approval.

The five contracts also underline how competitive the current Contender Series environment has become. Every fighter has a limited opportunity to demonstrate that their style, skill set and mentality can translate to the UFC.

Who stood out most on DWCS Week 4?

There is no shortage of candidates.

Rodrigues arguably delivered the biggest immediate highlight because of his 15-second knockout. A finish that fast naturally attracts attention, particularly when it comes from a young fighter with a kickboxing background.

Darby, however, may have delivered the most complete performance. His three-round dominance demonstrated that his success was not dependent on one explosive moment.

Sanchez also deserves significant attention. His ability to deal with McCracken’s early speed before taking control later in the fight showed the type of adjustment that can separate promising fighters from more limited prospects.

Meanwhile, Livingston’s story could resonate with fans because of the redemption angle. Returning after a previous Contender Series loss and earning a contract gives him an opportunity to turn an earlier disappointment into the beginning of his UFC career.

DWCS Season 10 continues to produce new UFC talent

The fourth week of Season 10 reinforced why Dana White’s Contender Series remains a major part of the UFC’s talent-development system.

Five fighters entered the UFC APEX looking for an opportunity. Five fighters left with UFC contracts.

The night also delivered four stoppages across five fights, including a spectacular 15-second knockout from Rodrigues and a dramatic late finish from Sanchez. Darby dominated the main event, Lorenco produced a powerful but controversial stoppage and Livingston completed his redemption story with a split decision.

The next stage will be significantly more difficult.

A Contender Series contract is not the end goal. It is the beginning of a fighter’s UFC journey. The five winners from Week 4 will now have to prove that their performances in Las Vegas can translate against established UFC competition.

For now, though, the result is clear: DWCS Season 10 Week 4 delivered five new UFC contract winners and another memorable night of action.

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