Tai Tuivasa suffered his seventh straight loss at UFC Perth on May 2, 2026, as he faced Louie Sutherland in a fight that many are now questioning his future in the UFC.
Sutherland won by unanimous decision with scorecards reading 30-26. Throughout the match, he showcased superior grappling skills—scoring multiple takedowns and controlling the fight on the ground. It was a stark contrast to Tuivasa’s previous performance against Derrick Lewis, which marked his last victory back in February 2022.
Before this latest defeat, Tuivasa had already endured six consecutive losses. This streak has not only impacted his ranking but also raised eyebrows regarding how long he can remain competitive in the heavyweight division. Remarkably, Sutherland entered this fight with a record of 0-2 in the UFC and was unranked.
Tuivasa expressed disappointment after the fight, stating, “SORRY 😞 I tried I felt good I put in the work didn’t get result. I feel like a s— c— let my fans down again. Back to the drawing board for me. C— of a sport.” Yet, he remains resolute, declaring, “BUT I WILL NEVER GIVE UP IM FROM WESTERN SYDNEY YOU GOTTA PUT ME OUT FOR ME TO GIVE UP.” His resilience is commendable, but it begs the question: how much longer can he continue this path?
Looking ahead, observers are left pondering what comes next for Tuivasa. Will he be given another opportunity to redeem himself or face a reevaluation of his position within the organization? Meanwhile, Sutherland’s victory has ignited his own ambitions; he stated post-fight, “Get me anybody, I’ll fight them all.”
As it stands, Tuivasa’s current MMA record is 14 wins and 9 losses—a far cry from when he was once ranked No. 3 in the heavyweight division. This downward trajectory raises significant concerns about whether he can reclaim his former status or if a change is necessary.
