Gregory "Robocop" Rodrigues is set to headline UFC Fight Night in Sacramento on August 22, 2026, facing off against Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez. Rodrigues, who holds an 18-6 professional record with 10 technical knockout wins, fights as the UFC’s 13th-ranked middleweight. Renowned for his powerful one-punch knockouts, he finished 78% of his victories, showcasing his ability to end fights decisively. The bout will be streamed live from the Golden 1 Center on Paramount+ with prelims starting at 5 p.m. ET and the main card at 8 p.m. ET.

Rodrigues is a physically imposing fighter standing 6'3" with a 75-inch reach, originally from Manaus, Brazil, but fighting out of Deerfield Beach, Florida. Since joining the UFC in 2021, he has gone 9-3, earning notable performance bonuses along the way. His fighting style emphasizes his knockout power, as more than half of his wins come via TKO, while he also has four submission wins and four by decision. Given his ability to finish fights early, the crucial path to victory for Rodrigues will be to avoid getting worn down over time in this matchup.

His opponent, Anthony Hernandez, is known for relentless pressure and a frenetic pace that saps opponents’ energy. Hernandez recently saw an eight-fight winning streak end in February 2026 at the hands of Sean Strickland. Analysts frame this fight as a contrast between Rodrigues’ knockout power and Hernandez’s durable, high-volume style. Hernandez’s ability to secure takedowns and impose pace could challenge Rodrigues, who has previously shown vulnerabilities against pressure and a limited gas tank, such as in his loss to Jared Cannonier in 2025.

The key to the fight will likely hinge on whether Rodrigues can stop the takedown attempts from Hernandez and secure an early finish. Extending the fight beyond the initial rounds would favor Hernandez, as he thrives on wearing down opponents over time. This stylistic clash makes the Sacramento main event an intriguing contest, with Rodrigues hoping to prove his ranking and punch power can outlast Hernandez’s resilience and pressure. Fans can catch this exciting showdown live on Paramount+ this Saturday evening.