Marwan Rahiki entered the octagon for his UFC debut with an undefeated record of 7-0, facing Harry Hardwick, who had a professional MMA record of 13-4-1. The fight took place on March 14, 2026, at Meta APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, as part of UFC Fight Night 269.
In a dramatic turn of events, Rahiki won the fight by TKO after the second round when Hardwick reported that he had suffered a broken jaw. This unfortunate injury led to the fight being waved off, marking a significant moment in Rahiki’s career.
Following the fight, Rahiki expressed his desire for a more spectacular finish, stating, “But broken jaw, got it done. But I really wanted a big knockout.” Despite the nature of the victory, he maintained a positive outlook, saying, “I wanted to get my win in the cleanest way.”
With this victory, Marwan Rahiki’s professional MMA record improved to 8-0, while Harry Hardwick’s record fell to 13-5-1, with two of those losses occurring in the UFC.
Hardwick, visibly affected by his injury, commented, “my jaw’s f*cked … my jaw’s broken,” highlighting the severity of the situation. The fight’s score at the time of the stoppage was 10:49, indicating that Rahiki was in control.
This fight marks a significant milestone for Rahiki, who has now made a successful entry into the UFC, a platform he has been training for. He stated, “This is what I’ve been training for,” reflecting his commitment to the sport.
As observers analyze the implications of this fight, it is clear that Rahiki has established himself as a fighter to watch in the UFC. The injury to Hardwick raises questions about his recovery and future in the sport.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the extent of Hardwick’s injury and his next steps, but the fight has certainly set the stage for Rahiki’s future endeavors in the UFC.
