LAS VEGAS – MMA Junkie is on scene reporting live from Tuesday's Dana White’s Contender Series 77 event. 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.

Here are the results from the first episode of the ninth season of Dana White’s Contender Series, including the two fighters who earned UFC deals with their performances. The top of the card bout between Illian Bouafia and Neemias Santana ended in a clear victory for the towering ‘Gorilla’ in a decision victory.