Baisangur Susurkaev remained undefeated in the UFC with a third-round submission win over Djorden Santos at UFC 328 on Saturday night. The middleweight bout, held at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, ended via a rear-naked choke.
The victory lifts Susurkaev to 3-0 in UFC competition, having entered the fight with a 2-0 record. The fight was featured on the main card of an event broadcast live on Paramount+.
Santos was unable to counter Susurkaev's grappling pressure, eventually succumbing to the choke in the later stages of the third round. Referee Herb Dean stepped in once Santos lost consciousness, ensuring fighter safety.
The win positions Susurkaev for a potential step up in competition, though UFC matchmakers have not yet announced his next opponent. The middleweight division remains deep with contenders.
No official statement from either fighter or the UFC regarding future matchups has been released as of Sunday morning.