Tai Tuivasa suffered his seventh straight loss at UFC Perth on May 2, 2026. Louie Sutherland won by unanimous decision with scores of 30-26.
Sutherland dominated the fight, scoring multiple takedowns and controlling Tuivasa on the ground. This performance marked a significant turnaround for Sutherland, who had a record of 0-2 in the UFC before this bout. Tuivasa’s last victory came against Derrick Lewis in February 2022.
During the fight, Tuivasa received a point deduction for a foul, further complicating his efforts. He expressed disappointment after the match, stating, “SORRY 😞 I tried I felt good I put in the work didn’t get result. I feel like a s— c— let my fans down again. Back to the drawing board for me. C— of a sport.” Despite this setback, he declared, “BUT I WILL NEVER GIVE UP IM FROM WESTERN SYDNEY YOU GOTTA PUT ME OUT FOR ME TO GIVE UP.”
Tuivasa’s current MMA record now stands at 14 wins and 9 losses. His losing streak raises questions about his future in the heavyweight division. Once ranked No. 3 after defeating Lewis, this string of defeats has left observers uncertain about his next steps.
Key fight statistics:
- Tuivasa’s last victory was against Derrick Lewis.
- Sutherland scored multiple takedowns during their match.
- Tuivasa has lost seven consecutive bouts.
Sutherland called for more opponents following his victory, stating, “Get me anybody, I’ll fight them all.” The heavyweight division remains competitive as both fighters look to establish their positions moving forward.
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