What happened: Reyes summed up the stoppage afterward by saying, "Those are the type of fights you dream about." His victory joined a UFC 333 preliminary slate in Abu Dhabi that also featured Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev earning his third win of 2026.

Why it matters: The decisive finish puts Reyes back in the win column on a major numbered card. Prelims stoppages set the pace for the Abu Dhabi showcase ahead of the main card.

What to watch: UFC 333 continues with the main card headlined by featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski facing undefeated challenger Movsar Evloev.