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Losing streak hits three Puelles lost to Joaquim Silva via split decision (28-29, 29-28, 28-29) at UFC Noche on Saturday in San Antoino.

Impact This was a winnable fight for Puelles, even in the closing seconds. He attempted to lean on his wrestling game over and over, connecting on 4-of-16 takedown attempts for 7:25 worth of control time. Claudio predictably got less effective as he tired and the fight progressed. That said, he seemed to stand a pretty good chance of taking a decision before getting knocked down by Silva in the dying seconds of the fight. From there, it was academic. Puelles is riding a three-fight losing streak and is without a victory dating back to April 2022. He roster spot would appear to be firmly in jeopardy.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Claudio Puelles previews Noche UFC fight vs. Joaquim Silva Claudio Puelles talks to MMA Junkie Radio ahead of his UFC Fight Night 259 matchup with Joaquim Silva at Noche UFC on Sept. 13 in San Antoni...

AUGUST 30, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Books shot for redemption Puelles will fight Joaquim Silva at Noche UFC on Sept. 13, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.

Impact Puelles will get his next shot to get a win as he has two-straight losses under his belt. The 5-foot-11 Peruvian will take on a recently recovered Silva, who had to pull out of a February match in Mexico due to an undisclosed injury. Each fighter is both coming into the match bouncing back from something, which should make for a competitive fight come September.

JULY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

UFC's Claudio Puelles explains how loss to Dan Hooker put him in a 'ready to die' mentality Claudio Puelles reflects on his loss to Dan Hooker ahead of his return at UFC Mexico.

FEBRUARY 8, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

UFC Fight Night 232 winner Chase Hooper wants Claudio Puelles next in battle of leg lock specialists After submitting Jordan Leavitt at UFC Fight Night 232, Chase Hooper wants another grappler-heavy matchup with Claudio Puelles.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

UFC 281 results: Dan Hooker avoids Claudio Puelles' awkward ground attacks, scores stiff body kick TKO finish Dan Hooker avoided the awkward ground approach of Claudio Puelles, and bounced back into the win column with a TKO.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dan Hooker before UFC 281: Claudio Puelles 'a good test to prove where I belong in the division' After dropping four of his past five heading into UFC 281, Dan Hooker thinks Claudio Puelles will gauge where he stands at lightweight.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Leglock artist Claudio Puelles excited to perform on UFC 281 stage: 'There's not a lot of love for grapplers' Claudio Puelles will be looking to make it six straight wins at UFC 281.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Leglock artist Claudio Puelles excited to perform on UFC 281 stage: 'There's not a lot of love for grapplers' Claudio Puelles will be looking to make it six straight wins at UFC 281.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Claudio Puelles explains why he asked for Dan Hooker at UFC 281: 'I wanted this fight specifically' Claudio Puelles said he asked the UFC matchmakers to put him against Dan Hooker at UFC 281 and explained why he likes the matchup.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dan Hooker books lightweight return vs. Claudio Puelles at UFC 281 Dan Hooker is headed back to lightweight in hopes of getting back on track against a rising UFC prospect.

AUGUST 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Claudio Puelles wants to inspire Peruvian fighters through his UFC rise: 'We have a lot of talent' Following UFC Fight Night 205 win, Claudio Puelles hopes his success in MMA inspires other Peruvian fighters.

APRIL 24, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

UFC Fight Night 205 bonuses: Jessica Andrade, Claudio Puelles earn $50K for historic submissions These two submissions from Jessica Andrade and Claudio Puelles were too good not earn some extra cash.

APRIL 24, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

UFC Fight Night 205 results: Claudio Puelles wins fifth straight with slick kneebar submission of Clay Guida The third kneebar submission of Claudio Puelles’ UFC career happened at lightning speed.

APRIL 24, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM