Umar Nurmagomedov defeats Cory Sandhagen
Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov headlined a highly anticipated UFC Fight Night event. The winner is widely expected to challenge either Sean O’Malley or Merab Dvalishvili for the bantamweight championship.
Sandhagen is a leading contender seeking his second title opportunity. Following previous setbacks, he has secured three consecutive victories over top-tier opponents, demonstrating significant growth in his mixed martial arts skill set.
Nurmagomedov, undefeated in 17 professional bouts, aims to emulate the success of his cousin, former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. With a dominant grappling style and a high rate of submission finishes, he has established himself as a formidable force in the division.
Main Card:
- Umar Nurmagomedov def. Cory Sandhagen via unanimous decision (50-45, 49-46, 49-46)
- Shara Magomedov def. Michal Oleksiejczuk via UD (30-27 x2, 29-28)
- Deiveson Figueiredo def. Marlon Vera via UD (29-28 x2, 30-27)
- Michael Chiesa def. Tony Ferguson via sub (RNC) (R1, 3:44)
- Mackenzie Dern def. Loopy Godinez via unanimous decision (29-28 x3)
- Joel Alvarez def. Elves Brener via third-round TKO (3:36)
Preliminary Card:
- Azamat Murzakanov def. Alonzo Menifield via KO (punches) (R2, 3:18)
- Kaue Fernandes def. Mohammad Yahya via TKO (strikes) (R1, 4:45)
- Shamil Gaziev def. Don’Tale Mayes via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
- Guram Kutateladze def. Jordan Vucenic via unanimous decision (29-28 x3)
- Sam Hughes def. Viktoriia Dudakova via split decision (27-30, 29-28 x2)
- Jai Herbert def. Rolando Bedoya via unanimous decision (30-27 x2, 29-28)
- Sedriques Dumas def. Denis Tiuliulin via unanimous decision (29-28 x2, 30-27)
