Victory at UFC 326
“Nyamjargal Tumendemberel was clearly victorious after three rounds, earning a unanimous decision win over UFC veteran Cody Durden,” remarked a commentator following the fight.
The bout took place on March 7, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada, where Tumendemberel showcased his skills against Durden. The official scorecards reflected a dominant performance, with scores of 30–27, 30–27, and 29–28 in favor of Tumendemberel.
This victory improved Tumendemberel’s UFC record to 2-1, while Durden’s record now stands at 6-8-1. Prior to this match, Tumendemberel had a professional record of 9-1, with eight finishes, indicating his capability as a formidable opponent.
Durden entered the fight needing a finish to secure a win, but Tumendemberel’s grappling and striking proved too strong. “Durden needed a finish, while Nyamjargal Tumendemberel could coast toward a likely unanimous decision,” noted analysts during the match.
The fight featured multiple submission attempts from both fighters, with Tumendemberel landing effective ground-and-pound strikes. Notably, Tumendemberel had a four-inch reach advantage, measuring 71 inches compared to Durden’s 67 inches.
As the fight progressed, Tumendemberel demonstrated his resilience and skill, countering Durden’s takedown attempts effectively. “Tumendemberel proved too strong in the exchange, pulling his head free as Durden tried to tighten the choke while transitioning toward side control,” observers commented.
Prior to this bout, Tumendemberel’s first UFC appearance was against Carlos Hernandez in November 2024, where he lost via split decision. This latest victory marks a significant turnaround in his UFC journey.
With this win, Tumendemberel has positioned himself favorably within the UFC, while Durden faces challenges ahead, having lost four consecutive fights following this match.
As fans look forward to Tumendemberel’s next steps in the octagon, the MMA community remains attentive to the developments surrounding both fighters.
