Jun 12, 2021; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Drew Dober reacts following his loss against Brad Riddell during UFC 263 at Gila River Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Erceg: Manuel Torres vs. Drew Dober MMA Record, Tale Of The Tape And More!

Get to know the details of Manuel Torres vs. Dober fight including their MMA journey, record and much more!

Jun 12, 2021; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Drew Dober reacts following his loss against Brad Riddell during UFC 263 at Gila River Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

UFC is about to get a whole lot more exciting this Saturday night! Fight fans are in for a treat as UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Erceg heads to Mexico City. This card features a lightweight clash between Manuel Torres and veteran Drew Dober in the co-main event. These two explosive fighters bring their own unique styles to the octagon, promising an action-packed bout that could steal the show. With both men known for their finishing abilities, don’t expect this one to go the distance!

Moreover, the passionate fans create an atmosphere like no other, and fighters feed off that energy. This card, headlined by Brandon Moreno vs. Steve Erceg, features plenty of local talent including Torres, who will have the hometown advantage. Dober, meanwhile, brings his wealth of experience and knockout power to try and silence the crowd. When these two lightweights lock horns, we might just witness one of the most exciting fights of the year so far.

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Manuel Torres MMA Journey

Manuel Torres has been making waves in the UFC’s lightweight division since earning his contract on Dana White’s Contender Series in 2021. The 30-year-old Mexican fighter boasts an impressive 93% finishing rate. Torres is a true finisher. Of his 15 wins, seven have come by knockout and seven by submission, with only one going to decision. His nickname ‘El Loco’ suits his wild, aggressive fighting style that has made him a fan favorite.

Training out of Entram Gym in Chihuahua, Mexico, Torres has shown tremendous growth since joining the UFC. After making quick work of Frank Camacho in his debut, Torres has continued his finishing ways against Nikolas Motta and Chris Duncan. His only UFC setback came against Ignacio Bahamondes in September 2024, but he is looking to bounce back in front of his home crowd. What makes Torres particularly dangerous is his versatility. He is equally comfortable knocking opponents out or submitting them with his crafty grappling.

Manuel Torres MMA Record

18 Fights	Win	Loss
By KO/TKO	7	1
By Submission	7	2
By Decision	1	0

Drew Dober’s MMA Journey

Drew Dober represents the definition of UFC veteran status, having been with the promotion for over a decade. He has faced some of the division’s best, including current champion Islam Makhachev. In doing so, he has continued to evolve throughout his career, transforming from a grappling-focused fighter into one of the division’s most feared knockout artists.

After starting his UFC career with some struggles, going 1-3 in his first four fights, Dober found his rhythm and his power. His resume includes spectacular knockouts of Nasrat Haqparast, and Bobby Green. Though he has faced some setbacks against top-ranked opponents, Dober remains a dangerous test for anyone in the division. His most recent appearance resulted in a loss to Jean Silva in July 2024 via doctor stoppage due to a cut, but Dober showed his trademark toughness and heart in that fight. At 36 years old, Drew Dober continues to show he has plenty left in the tank and remains one of the most exciting fighters to watch!

Drew Dober MMA Record

42 Fights	Win	Loss
By KO/TKO	15	3
By Submission	5	4
By Decision	7	7

*Dober also has 1 NC fight on his record.

Manuel Torres vs. Drew Dober: Tale of the Tape

Tale Of The Tape	Manuel Torres	Drew Dober
Record	15-3	27-14
Height	5’10”	5’8”
Weight (lbs)	155	155
Reach	73”	70”
Stance	Switch	Southpaw
D.O.B	Mar 25, 1995	Oct 19, 1988

Manuel Torres is the more well-rounded finisher with an even split between KO/TKO and submission victories, Meanwhile Dober has evolved into primarily a knockout artist in recent years. Both fighters prefer to keep the action standing, but Torres may look to take advantage of his submission skills if Dober proves too dangerous on the feet. Whatever the result, fight fans are in for a treat with this one!

(Image Credit: Mark J. Rebilas – Imagn Images)

Drew Dober

Manuel Torres

UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Erceg

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