David Onama fell short at UFC Vegas 110, marking his first loss since 2022. The 31-year-old entered the UFC Apex on Saturday night looking to extend his winning streak to five, but Steve Garcia had other plans. Garcia came out aggressive, landing heavy shots that earned him a first-round TKO victory over the “Silent Assassin.”
The loss snapped Onama’s four-fight win streak and marked the first time in his professional MMA career that he’s been stopped. Previously, his only defeats came by decision to Nate Landwehr and Mason Jones, which made this early finish a surprise to many fans and oddsmakers.
Following the fight, David Onama took to X to share his thoughts, showing both humility and determination in defeat.
“Not the outcome I wanted tonight. Got caught early, but that’s part of the game. Respect to Steve Garcia and his team. Back to the drawing board. I’ll be back.
“Grateful for my team, coaches, and everyone who continues to support me through it all. Every setback is just a setup for a stronger comeback.”
The fight was Onama’s first headlining opportunity in the UFC, and while it didn’t go as planned, he’s taking it as a learning moment. Entering the bout ranked No. 13 in the featherweight division, Onama now faces a period of reassessment as the rankings update later this week.
As for Garcia, the victory extended his winning streak to seven, and he’s already eyeing bigger names like Max Holloway and Josh Emmett.
For David Onama, this defeat may have been a stumble, but it’s clear he’s not done yet. With his mindset and hunger intact, fans can expect him to return stronger and sharper in the months to come.
