Tai Tuivasa suffered his seventh consecutive loss at UFC Perth on May 2, 2026. He faced Louie Sutherland, who won by unanimous decision with scores of 30-26.
Sutherland controlled the fight on the ground, scoring multiple takedowns. Tuivasa also received a point deduction for a foul during the match.
Before this defeat, Tuivasa had already lost six fights in a row. His last victory came against Derrick Lewis in February 2022, when he was ranked No. 3 in the heavyweight division.
Despite the setback, Tuivasa expressed determination to continue fighting. He stated, “I will never give up; I’m from Western Sydney. You gotta put me out for me to give up.” He acknowledged feeling disappointed but emphasized his commitment to improve.
Sutherland, who entered the match with an unranked record of 0-2 in the UFC, expressed confidence after his victory. He called for more opponents, saying, “Get me anybody, I’ll fight them all.” This win could significantly change his career trajectory.
Tuivasa’s current MMA record stands at 14 wins and 9 losses. Observers are now questioning what this means for his future in the UFC.