Hardy's Weight Gamble Backfires: Stosic Secures Comeback KO
Knockout Victory at FNC 31
Former UFC fighter Greg Hardy suffered a third-round knockout loss to Darko Stosic at FNC 31 on Saturday. The bout ended at 2:42 of the final round after Stosic landed a decisive leg kick followed by a right punch that dropped Hardy, with a subsequent hammer fist prompting the referee to stop the fight.
A Heavy Disadvantage
Hardy weighed 25 pounds over the heavyweight limit at Friday's weigh-in, giving him a 52-pound weight advantage during the fight. Despite the significant size edge, the former NFL defensive end was unable to overcome Stosic's striking accuracy.
Stosic's Momentum
The victory extended Stosic's win streak to two fights, marking a positive turn for the Serbian fighter.
Hardy's Recent Record
Hardy's MMA record now stands at 1-1 since leaving the UFC in 2022.
Next Bout Scheduled
Hardy has another fight scheduled for July 18 in Texas, pending regulatory approval. The outcome of this bout and the pending sanctioning will determine his ability to compete next month.