Read about the exciting highlights from UFC 297, including Dricus Du Plessis’ Middleweight title win and Raquel Pennington’s Bantamweight title victory. Get all the details and analysis in our event recap.
| Fight | Result |
|---|---|
| Dricus Du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland | Du Plessis wins via split decision |
| Raquel Pennington vs. Mayra Bueno Silva | Pennington wins via unanimous decision |
| Neil Magny vs. Mike Malott | Magny wins via TKO |
UFC 297 took place at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Dricus Du Plessis became the new Middleweight champion with a close split-decision win over Sean Strickland. Raquel Pennington captured the women’s vacant Bantamweight title with a unanimous decision victory against Mayra Bueno Silva. Neil Magny staged an incredible comeback, securing a TKO win over Mike Malott.
UFC 297 took place on January 20, 2024, at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The event featured a highly anticipated Middleweight title fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland, as well as a co-main event bout for the vacant Bantamweight title between Raquel Pennington and Mayra Bueno Silva.
Dricus Du Plessis Becomes Middleweight Champion
In a closely contested battle, Dricus Du Plessis emerged victorious to claim the Middleweight championship. Despite not securing a dominant win, Du Plessis showcased his skills and extended his winning streak to nine fights, including a flawless 7-0 record in the Octagon. With this victory, Du Plessis sets his sights on a potential title defense against former champion Israel Adesanya.
Raquel Pennington Fulfilling Championship Dreams
After a five-year journey, Raquel Pennington finally realized her championship dreams by defeating Mayra Bueno Silva to capture the Bantamweight title. Pennington displayed true determination and resilience, overcoming several challenging moments in the fight. With a six-fight win streak, Pennington has solidified her position as the top contender in the women’s Bantamweight division.
Neil Magny’s Inspirational Comeback
Despite a recent rough patch in his career, Neil Magny showcased his unwavering fighting spirit by staging an impressive comeback against Mike Malott. Trailing by two rounds, Magny dug deep in the third round and secured a remarkable technical knockout victory. This inspiring performance breathes new life into Magny’s fighting career, preventing a potential second consecutive defeat.
Mike Malott’s Disappointing Loss
In his first major test against an experienced veteran, Mike Malott appeared poised for victory after dominating the first two rounds. However, the tides turned in the final round as Magny unleashed a relentless ground-and-pound assault, draining Malott’s energy and ultimately securing a stoppage. This defeat ends Malott’s seven-fight unbeaten streak and hinders his aspirations of making a significant impact in the division.
For more details on UFC 297 and the thrilling matchups that unfolded, stay tuned for our comprehensive event recap.
