Relive the epic night of fights at UFC 296 as dominant champions successfully defend their titles. Get all the highlights and updates from this unforgettable event.
| Fight | Winner | Method | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington | Leon Edwards | Unanimous Decision | – |
| Alexandre Pantoja vs. Brandon Royval | Alexandre Pantoja | Unanimous Decision | – |
| Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Stephen Thompson | Shavkat Rakhmonov | Submission (Round 2) | – |
| Tony Ferguson vs. Paddy Pimblett | Paddy Pimblett | Unanimous Decision | – |
| Josh Emmett vs. Bryce Mitchell | Josh Emmett | KO (Round 1) | – |
UFC 296 delivered an unforgettable night of fights, with dominant champions successfully defending their titles. Leon Edwards, Alexandre Pantoja, Shavkat Rakhmonov, and Paddy Pimblett emerged victorious in their respective matchups, while Josh Emmett showcased his knockout power with a lightning-fast finish. Stay tuned for more updates and coverage of the UFC’s thrilling events.
UFC 296: Dominant Champions Retain Titles
On the last UFC card of 2023, the highly anticipated UFC 296 delivered an unforgettable night of fights. The event showcased two world title fights, both featuring dominant champions successfully defending their belts.
In the main event, welterweight champion Leon Edwards faced off against the formidable No. 3-ranked Colby Covington. Edwards, with an impressive record of 22-3 and unbeaten in his past 13 fights, showcased his exceptional skills and easily defended his title belt. Covington, known as ‘Chaos,’ suffered his third loss in title fights, unable to overcome the relentless onslaught from Edwards.
The co-main event witnessed a thrilling battle between champion Alexandre Pantoja and Brandon Royval in the flyweight division. Pantoja displayed his mastery in the octagon, delivering a dominant performance and securing a unanimous decision victory. With this win, Pantoja solidified his position as one of the top fighters in the UFC’s flyweight division.
Another highlight of the night was the showdown between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson. Rakhmonov, with an undefeated record of 18-0, faced the experienced Thompson. In a surprising turn of events, Rakhmonov submitted Thompson in the second round, marking the first submission loss in Thompson’s professional career.
Former interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson faced off against rising star Paddy Pimblett in a highly anticipated matchup. Unfortunately for Ferguson, he continued his streak of losses, suffering his seventh defeat in a row. Pimblett showcased his resilience and emerged victorious with a unanimous decision victory.
The pay-per-view card kicked off with a short-notice fight between featherweights Josh Emmett and Bryce Mitchell. Originally scheduled to face Giga Chikadze, Emmett’s lightning-fast knockout power was on full display as he landed a devastating overhand right that instantly knocked out Mitchell, leaving the crowd in awe.
UFC 296 was a night filled with incredible displays of skill, determination, and heart. The champions proved their dominance, while new stars emerged on the scene. Stay tuned for more updates and coverage of the UFC’s thrilling events.
