DARKO STOŠIĆ

The Serbian competitor represents MMA Red Star while campaigning in the heavyweight weight class. His athletic history includes a tenure with the UFC, success as a Final Fight Championship belt holder, and appearances in organizations like Brave CF and KSW. Originally grounded in a judo background, he developed into a versatile athlete who utilizes a significant striking arsenal. This professional experience across multiple international promotions shaped his progression as he established himself as a top-tier contender in his division.

Entering the period surrounding UFC 302, he holds an overall professional record of twenty wins and six losses. His recent performance streak shows a strong trend of finishes, highlighted by a technical knockout against Matheus Scheffel in early 2024. He also secured three consecutive knockout wins over Michal Martínek, Štefan Vojčák, and Michał Kita, despite a previous technical knockout defeat to Shamil Gaziev.