Michal Oleksiejczuk teams up with The Fighting Nerds ahead of UFC 314 fight vs. Sedriques Dumas

After nearly a decade in the UFC , Michal Oleksiejczuk finds himself at a career crossroads. The 30-year-old Polish middleweight has thrilled fans with his aggressive, no-nonsense style since 2017, but with only one win in his last five fights, he enters UFC 314 knowing the stakes have never been higher. This Saturday in Miami, he faces Sedriques Dumas in what could be a make-or-break moment. But Oleksiejczuk won’t be stepping into the Octagon alone — he’s now backed by one of MMA ’s most electric rising teams: The Fighting Nerds .

Michal Oleksiejczuk joins Brazil’s top MMA team ahead of must-win UFC 314 fight
Michal Oleksiejczuk has joined forces with Brazil’s surging super squad, The Fighting Nerds — a collective of fast-rising UFC stars including Jean Silva , Carlos Prates, Mauricio Ruffy, and Caio Borralho. The team is undefeated in UFC competition and rapidly becoming known as the most dynamic force in MMA today.

“I am ready for my fight. My opponent is Sedriques Dumas, he is a good fighter, so respect for him. But yeah, I train in the best place in the world, in my opinion. My condition is very good, my skill is better, and I am ready for war,” Oleksiejczuk said ahead of UFC 314.

Michał Oleksiejczuk will represent the Fighting Nerds in his fight against Sedriques Dumas at the UFC 314, and the team's head coach will be in his corner. Michał, along with his brother, is currently training in Brazil pic.twitter.com/o1GgSM6nqH

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While he once showed flashes of top-15 potential at light heavyweight, Oleksiejczuk’s 2022 move to middleweight hasn’t panned out as hoped. His most recent outing — a lopsided loss to rising star Shara Magomedov — further dimmed his ranking hopes. A defeat this weekend could bring his eight-year UFC run to an abrupt end.

Still, his fighting spirit remains intact, and his alliance with The Fighting Nerds might be the spark he needs.

Adding to the team’s presence on Saturday night, Jean Silva also features on the UFC 314 card in a highly anticipated featherweight clash against Bryce Mitchell. The buildup has been chaotic, with Mitchell accusing Silva of “cursing” him after being barked at during the press conference. A win for Silva could instantly vault him into title contention.

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For Michal Oleksiejczuk, UFC 314 is more than just another fight — it’s a lifeline. With The Fighting Nerds in his corner and a renewed sense of purpose, “Hassar” is ready to go to war. Now it’s time to see if the bond with MMA’s most electrifying team can revive his UFC dream.