LAS VEGAS – MMA Junkie was on scene and reporting live from Tuesday’s Dana White’s Contender Series 43 event, where three more fighters earned UFC deals. Dana White’s Contender Series cards see prospects fighting for the opportunity to sign a UFC deal, with UFC president Dana White on hand to make the decisions. In the featured bout, featherweight prospects clash with Arizona’s Reyes Cortez (5-1) taking on undefeated Roufusport MMA product Christian Rodriguez (5-0), who was heavy at 137.25 pounds despite being given an additional hour to make weight. The UFC Apex hosts Tuesday’s card, which streams on ESPN+. The full lineup includes: Christian Rodriguez def.