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A Robbery Review of UFC 328’s Strickland vs. Chimaev concludes the split-decision win for Strickland was controversial yet not a robbery; Strickland outlanded Chimaev in significant strikes and controlled much of the bout on the feet, while Chimaev had early moments and late pressure. Fans and media were split, but the article maintains the result was legitimate, even if others would score it differently.
Lewis Crocker from Belfast won the IBF welterweight title in a split decision against Paddy Donovan at Windsor Park, with key knockdowns in rounds three and five securing his victory and marking a significant milestone in his career.
Robert Whittaker lost a split decision to Reinier de Ridder at UFC on ABC 9, feeling he deserved to win despite the judges' decision, marking his first consecutive losses in over 11 years and raising questions about his future in the sport.
Sean Strickland won a split decision against Paulo Costa at UFC 302, despite one judge controversially scoring the fight 49-46 in Costa's favor. The MMA community reacted strongly to the questionable judging, with many praising Strickland's performance and criticizing the scorecard.
Brendan Allen narrowly defeats Chris Curtis via split decision in a rematch, securing his seventh consecutive win and calling for a title shot against either current champion Dricus Du Plessis or former champion Sean Strickland. The 25-minute fight saw Allen's ability to secure critical takedowns and threaten with submissions, while Curtis landed heavier strikes but was offset by Allen's ground success. Allen, now 12-2 in the UFC, seeks redemption after suffering a knockout loss to Strickland in 2020.
Sebastian Fundora defeated Tim Tszyu via split decision to claim the unified junior middleweight championship in a bloody battle that saw both fighters sustain significant cuts. Fundora capitalized on his height and reach advantages to upset the favorite Tszyu, who struggled after sustaining a cut from an inadvertent elbow. The fight showcased a dramatic shift in strategy from Fundora, who adjusted his style to outbox Tszyu and claim the WBC and WBO titles.
Sebastian Fundora defeated Tim Tszyu via split decision to claim the unified junior middleweight championship in a bloody battle that saw both fighters sustain significant cuts. Fundora capitalized on his height and reach advantage to upset the favorite Tszyu, who struggled after sustaining a cut from an inadvertent elbow. The fight showcased a dramatic shift in strategy from Fundora, who adjusted his style to outbox Tszyu and claim the WBC and WBO titles.
Brandon Royval secured a hard-fought victory over Brandon Moreno in a rematch at UFC Mexico City, avenging his previous loss to Moreno. The intense battle went the distance, with Royval earning a split decision win. Pros reacted to the thrilling fight, with some expressing their excitement over the non-stop action and close contest. Royval may have a shot at the 125-pound title in the future, potentially at UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro.
Brandon Royval avenged his previous loss to Brandon Moreno in a split decision upset victory at UFC Fight Night 237, potentially earning him a shot at the title. Social media reactions were mixed, with some praising Royval's performance and others expressing surprise at Moreno's underwhelming showing. Royval, who has Mexican heritage, expressed his love for Mexico after the fight, and the close match left fans speculating about the judges' decision.
Natasha Jonas retains her IBF welterweight title with a controversial split decision victory over Mikaela Mayer in Liverpool. The fight was closely contested, with both fighters showing skill and determination. Mayer is likely to seek a rematch after feeling she got the short end of the decision. In other boxing news, Zak Chelli wins a UD-12 over Jack Cullen, Karriss Artingstall defeats Lila dos Santos Furtado by PTS-8, Ste Clarke wins by TKO-3 in his pro debut, and Aaron McKenna secures a TKO-6 victory over Mickey Ellison.
Francis Ngannou expresses his belief that he deserved to win the fight against Tyson Fury, criticizing the judges' decision and calling it bad for boxing. Ngannou also reveals that Fury taunted him before the fight, claiming he would take him to school. Despite the loss, Ngannou is satisfied with his performance and plans to improve for future matches. He hints at a potential rematch with Fury but also mentions the possibility of fighting in the Professional Fighters League (PFL) before returning to boxing.
Tyson Fury survives a knockdown in the third round to defeat Francis Ngannou by split decision in their world heavyweight clash. Fury maintains his unbeaten record and is now set to face Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed world heavyweight title. Ngannou impresses in his first professional boxing match and expresses his desire to improve and come back stronger.
Jack Della Maddalena narrowly avoids an upset in his welterweight fight against Bassil Hafez at UFC on ESPN 49, winning by split decision. Hafez, who took the fight on short notice, had a strong start but ultimately couldn't maintain his performance, allowing Della Maddalena to land heavy blows and secure the victory. This marks Della Maddalena's fifth consecutive win in the UFC welterweight division.
Alexandre Pantoja claimed the flyweight title in a hard-fought split decision victory over Brandon Moreno at UFC 290. The five-round battle showcased both fighters' skills, with Pantoja dominating the grappling exchanges and Moreno landing crisp strikes. Pantoja's aggression and grappling prowess ultimately earned him the win, although the judges' scorecards reflected the close nature of the fight. Pantoja now holds three wins over Moreno and can now proudly wear the UFC featherweight title.
Alexandre Pantoja defeats Brandon Moreno in a split decision to become the new flyweight champion at UFC 290. Pantoja had previously beaten Moreno twice in his career. The fight was intense and closely contested, with both fighters showing great heart and skill. Pantoja's grappling advantage played a crucial role in securing the victory.