UFC 318: Ryan Spann vs Lukasz Brzeski

Ryan “Superman” Spann made a thunderous statement at UFC 318 on Saturday, July 19, 2025, with a dominant first-round submission victory over Łukasz Brzeski in his heavyweight debut. From the opening seconds, Spann established control by landing a clean right hand and immediately securing a takedown. Once on the mat, he transitioned effortlessly into mount, overwhelming Brzeski with positional dominance before locking in a deep guillotine choke that forced the tap at just 2:47 of Round 1. The finish was fast, technical, and a powerful showcase of Spann’s evolving skill set.

The highlights of the bout included Spann’s seamless takedown setup, rapid advancement to mount, and the precision of the finishing guillotine. Brzeski had no answer for the pressure and grappling fluidity of Spann, who now boasts finishes in 21 of his 22 wins. The win marked his first fight at heavyweight, and he handled the size transition with confidence and authority.

Statistically, Spann was in complete control: he landed 9 significant strikes to Brzeski’s 3, completed his only takedown attempt, and needed just one submission attempt to close the show. The guillotine finish added to his impressive collection of 14 career submission victories, further cementing his reputation as a finisher at any weight class.

After the fight, Spann made it clear he’s not just testing the waters at heavyweight—he’s aiming to make waves. “I came in here to set the tone—wanted to show I belong at heavyweight. I saw the opening on the mat and seized it—I’m still Superman, just stronger now. This is just the start,” he said confidently in the post-fight interview.