Tom Nolan fulfilled a promise to UFC bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen by delivering a knockout victory that earned him a UFC contract, according to a report published Friday.
The finish, which came in a recent bout, secured Nolan a deal with the promotion. Sandhagen, a top-ranked fighter in the division, had reportedly encouraged Nolan to pursue a UFC opportunity.
Further details about the fight, including the opponent and event, were not immediately disclosed.
