Imanol Rodríguez secured a second-round TKO victory over Kevin Borjas at UFC Mexico City on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Arena CDMX in Mexico City. The win marked Rodríguez’s successful debut in the UFC and extended his undefeated professional record to 7-0.
The fight began with a stunning counter left hand from Borjas that dropped Rodríguez early in the first round. Borjas quickly pursued, unleashing a flurry of strikes, but Rodríguez weathered the initial storm and managed to secure a takedown, regaining some composure before the round concluded. Rodríguez spent over three minutes controlling Borjas on the ground during the first round.
In the second round, after a sustained exchange, Rodríguez landed a right hand that appeared to stun Borjas. Recognizing the shift in momentum, Rodríguez capitalized, unleashing a barrage of punches that prompted the referee to intervene and stop the contest at 4:21 of the round. The victory came via TKO (overhand right to ground-and-pound), according to the official result.
Rodríguez, a former Contender Series standout, entered the fight as a sizable betting favorite. Borjas, known for his durability and striking, proved a challenging opponent, testing Rodríguez’s resolve early in the bout. Despite being knocked down in the first round, Rodríguez demonstrated resilience and ultimately secured the finish.
The event was broadcast live on Paramount+.
