Sterling Dominates Kattar in Main Event

Aljamain Sterling delivered a commanding performance against Calvin Kattar, demonstrating a blend of striking and grappling skills. Sterling initially surprised Kattar with aggressive pressure, particularly in the stand-up exchanges.

Sterling's Control and Submission Attempts

Kattar briefly threatened Sterling with a guillotine choke in the third round, but Sterling successfully defended and elevated his game in the fourth. He secured a takedown, achieved back control, and relentlessly attacked with punches and a rear-naked choke attempt, shifting the fight’s momentum.

Sterling continued to control the fight in the fifth round, securing another takedown and maintaining back control until the final bell. The judges unanimously scored the bout 29-28, 29-28, and 30-27 in favor of Sterling.

Vieira Secures Unanimous Decision Over Dumont

In the co-headliner, Ketlen Vieira outpointed Raquel Dumont over three rounds. Vieira consistently pressed forward, attacking at all ranges and preventing Dumont from establishing her offense.

Vieira's Strategy and Pressure

Vieira utilized teeps and low kicks to control the distance and increased her pressure in the later rounds, landing powerful hooks while absorbing Dumont’s counterattacks. The judges scored the bout 29-28, 29-28, and 30-27 in favor of Vieira.

Exciting Finishes and Heated Exchange

Lucas Almeida secured a split decision victory over Cody Gibson in a thrilling bantamweight contest. Almeida floored Gibson with a sharp jab early in the first round and followed up with relentless ground-and-pound.

Rountree Jr.'s First-Round Knockout

Khalil Rountree Jr. finished Chris Daukaus with a devastating right hand in the first round. Rountree trapped Daukaus on the feet, landing significant strikes and ultimately securing the knockout.

Former champions Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones engaged in a verbal exchange regarding a potential rematch from their UFC 214 encounter.