Sal Everett Secures UFC Contract After Knockout Victory

Sal Everett, a 29-year-old former UFC security guard, secured a fighter contract with the UFC after a knockout victory over Ozzy Martin in the first round of Dana White’s Contender Series. UFC president Dana White awarded Everett the contract, expressing his excitement and stating that the contract would change Everett's life, allowing him to focus on his fighting career instead of his previous role at the UFC.

Everett had joined the UFC three years prior as a security guard and later became a runner for White, performing errands. While working, he trained in MMA and won his first four fights before being invited to the Contender Series.

After his victory, Everett declared his readiness to compete in the UFC, stating, “Hey boss, I’m ready to be in the UFC,” and emphasized that he would not back down from any challenges.