Namo Fazil Set for Dana White Exposure and Potential UFC Shot; Dana Signs Him
Key Questions
Who is Namo Fazil and what did he achieve on the Netflix card?
Namo Fazil is an MVP MMA star who won via anaconda choke on the Netflix card in Los Angeles. He represented his Kurdish heritage in post-fight comments.
What opportunity did Namo Fazil receive after his performance?
His strong showing and near-brawl with Arman Tsarukyan led to a UFC opportunity. Dana White signed him following the event.
How was Namo Fazil’s victory received in relation to UFC news?
Coverage linked his win to Dana White stealing talent from MVP while removing Colby Covington from the UFC roster. Poirier also commented on related Diaz drama.
MVP MMA star Namo Fazil claims anaconda choke victory on Netflix card in LA, comments on Kurdish heritage. Strong showing and near-brawl with Arman Tsarukyan lead to UFC opportunity; Dana signs Namo.
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Updated May 20, 2026