JunYong Park Returns to UFC Saudi Arabia, Faces Marco Tulio
Known as "The Iron Turtle," middleweight JunYong Park is scheduled to return to the Octagon at UFC Saudi Arabia. The event will take place on Saturday, December 5, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Rumors suggest the card’s main event will feature a five-round middleweight bout between Israel Adesanya and Shara Magomedov.
Park vs. Marco Tulio Confirmed
According to AG Fight and confirmed by Marcel Dorff of Heavy.com, JunYong Park will face Marco Tulio during the UFC Saudi Arabia event. This fight adds excitement to the card with two contrasting styles set to collide.
Park's UFC Journey and Record
At 35 years old, Park entered the UFC in 2019. Since then, he has compiled a 9-4 record inside the Octagon. His victories include wins over Ismail Naurdiev, Brad Tavares, and Marc-Andre Barriault. Park has not fought in 2026 yet; his last appearance was a unanimous decision loss to Ikram Aliskerov at UFC 321 in October 2025.
Despite that recent defeat, Park remains a tough competitor at 185 pounds. He is known for durability, solid ground skills, and decent striking ability.
Marco Tulio’s UFC Performance
Tulio, a Brazilian known for his knockout power, joined the UFC in 2025 after earning his contract through two wins on Dana White’s Contender Series. His UFC record stands at 2-2.
- First two UFC wins: Knockouts over Ihor Potieria and Tresean Gore
- Recent losses: Defeats against Christian Leroy Duncan and Roman Kopylov
Though Tulio has struggled lately, his one-punch knockout capability makes him dangerous anytime he is in the cage.
Fight Outlook: Styles Clash
The matchup between Park and Tulio should offer an engaging battle. Park will likely aim to bring the fight to the ground, using his grappling skills, while Tulio will try to keep the fight standing to capitalize on his knockout power. The outcome may depend on which fighter imposes their game plan effectively.
