Road to UFC S4: Episode 5 | Semifinals Today Show
Road to UFC S4: Episode 5 | Semifinals Today Show
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Date & Time: Friday, August 22, 2025 (Airdate – broadcast on UFC Fight Pass)
Venue / Location: Shanghai Indoor Stadium, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China
Match Card & Results
- Main Event – Flyweight Semifinal
Namsrai Batbayar def. Agulali – Submission (rear-naked choke), Round 1, 4:45 - Featherweight Semifinal
Sebastian “Seb” Szalay def. Chang Min Yoon – TKO (strikes), Round 1, 0:47 - Bantamweight Semifinal
Lawrence “Lok Yin” Lui def. Van Y Nghiem – TKO (punches), Round 2, 1:48 - Flyweight (Alternate Bout)
Aaron “Tauzemup” Tau def. Shuai “Black Panther” Yin – Unanimous Decision (3 Rounds) - Welterweight Semifinal
Kitt “The Killer” Campbell def. Yun Seong Jang – Split Decision (3 Rounds)
Fight Reviews
- Batbayar vs. Agulali (Flyweight): Batbayar displayed sharp grappling and composure, finishing with a slick rear-naked choke to secure his spot in the final.
- Szalay vs. Yoon (Featherweight): One of the fastest finishes of the season—Szalay wasted no time, scoring a TKO in under a minute with relentless ground-and-pound.
- Lui vs. Nghiem (Bantamweight): Lui’s striking accuracy paid off, as he overwhelmed Nghiem in Round 2 to force the referee stoppage.
- Tau vs. Yin (Flyweight Alternate): A strategic three-round contest where Tau’s output and control earned him a clear unanimous decision victory.
- Campbell vs. Jang (Welterweight): A razor-close bout that showcased heart and grit from both fighters. Campbell’s edge in exchanges secured a narrow split-decision win.
Event Atmosphere & Significance
The Shanghai Indoor Stadium provided a vibrant backdrop, with fans fully engaged in the action. UFC’s continued focus on showcasing Asian MMA talent was evident, with this episode highlighting the region’s growing influence in the sport. The mix of submissions, knockouts, and decisions created a well-rounded fight night.
Conclusion
The August 22, 2025 episode of Road to UFC delivered thrilling semifinal matchups across multiple weight divisions. From Batbayar’s submission mastery to Szalay’s lightning-fast TKO and Campbell’s hard-fought decision, the event highlighted the diverse skills of rising prospects. Each winner moved one step closer to a UFC contract and a career-defining opportunity in the season finale.