This blog will give you details on UFC 297 result and round by round summary of the main card
Movsar Evloev def. Arnold Allen via Decision
Round 1 : Arnold Allen starts strong in southpaw, using a sharp jab. Movsar Evloev, initially flat-footed, attempts a takedown, but Allen defends well, showcasing impressive scrambling skills. Allen’s jab continues to find its mark, keeping the distance. Evloev secures a takedown, leading to a dynamic scramble against the cage, with Allen consistently popping back up.
Round 2: Evloev starts with a body kick. Allen’s jab is active, but Evloev defends well. A takedown by Evloev, but Allen pops back up. Evloev’s jab lands, and a hook stumbles Allen, causing a cut. Despite a tough round, Allen survives.
Round 3 : Evloev dominated the round, likely earning a 10-8. Allen’s corner thinks it’s 20-18 for Evloev. Allen struggles to find Evloev initially but lands a significant combination. An interruption due to questionable strikes shifts the energy. Allen presses, Evloev counters. A late ninja choke attempt by Allen is unsuccessful. Evloev controls the last moments, leaving the outcome uncertain.
Chris Curtis def. Marc-André Barriault via Split Decision
Round 1: Chris Curtis took the initiative, advancing confidently. Marc-André Barriault responded with effective counter strikes, while Curtis concentrated on delivering body punches. The first round appeared to be evenly matched, with both fighters showing skill.
Round 2: In this round, Curtis displayed increased activity, landing some impressive combinations. Marc-André managed a couple of solid body kicks, keeping the exchanges competitive.
Round 3: Both fighters gave their all in this round. Curtis showcased his skills with well-executed jabs, combinations, and elbows, asserting dominance.
Neil Magny def. Mike Malott via 3rd Round TKO
Round 1 : Both guys are standing with their hands up. Malott is hitting Magny’s leg a lot, and Magny seems to be having a hard time. Malott is doing well, moving Magny around. Magny tried to fight back, but Malott kept kicking his leg. By the end, Magny’s leg looked hurt.
Round 2 : Magny starts aggressively but eats a solid right from Malott. Malott takes control, landing kicks and executing a smooth takedown. Malott dominates on the ground, moving from half guard to mount. Magny struggles to defend as Malott lands significant shots, securing the round convincingly.
Round 3 : Magny starts the round determined. Malott quickly secures a takedown, attempts a guillotine, but Magny defends, stands up, and lands shots in the clinch. Malott, fatigued, struggles on the ground. Magny turns the tide with a takedown, dominating with ground and pound. Referee stops the fight in the final seconds, marking a remarkable comeback win for Neil Magny.
Raquel Pennington def. Mayra Bueno Silva via Unanimous Decision
Round 1 : Bueno Silva kicks Pennington’s leg, dodges Pennington’s punches, and lands elbows and knees in a clinch. Bueno Silva then takes Pennington down, ending the round on top and landing hits.
Round 2 : Pennington’s corner advises using her fists. In the fight, Pennington jabs but gets pressed against the fence by MBS. There’s a back-and-forth with punches, and MBS tries a choke. The round ends with both fighters grappling.
Round 3 : Pennington begins with strong punches, but Bueno Silva fights back with low kicks. They grapple against the fence, and Bueno Silva looks tired. Pennington controls the ground in the last moments of the round, landing punches from the top.
Round 4 : It’s hard to say who won the round. Bueno Silva did okay at the beginning, but Pennington did better at the end. They traded punches, and Bueno Silva tried to clinch, but Pennington turned it around, hitting knees and punches. Bueno Silva attempted some moves, but Pennington defended well.
Round 5 : Pennington controls the last round, landing punches and taking Bueno Silva to the ground. Pennington tries to finish with a choke, but Bueno Silva hangs on. Pennington wins, but some people don’t like how she finishes the fight.
Dricus Du Plessis def. Sean Strickland via Split Decision
Round 1 : It’s a competitive round with Strickland’s solid defense and jab dictating, but DDP has his moments. Strickland starts strong again, but DDP circles well and lands a calf kick. DDP takes a stumble after a left hook from Strickland but recovers. Strickland maintains a consistent jab, but DDP increases his combination attacks, landing a left hand and body kicks. DDP successfully takes Strickland down, but Strickland quickly stands up. DDP continues with big combos, causing damage to both fighters’ eyes.
Round 2 : Competitive round with Strickland’s strong defense and jab controlling, but DDP has his moments. Strickland resumes quickly, but DDP circles well, landing a calf kick. Strickland fires straight shots, and DDP takes risks, scoring with a spinning backfist. Despite a stumble, DDP combos effectively, and Strickland’s output decreases as DDP backs him up. DDP lands a body kick, and both fighters exchange punches, with Strickland’s right eye cut and DDP’s left eye swelling.
Round 3 : Strickland’s corner urges him to amp up the intensity. DDP applies pressure, and Strickland defensively jabs. DDP, relentless, attacks through Strickland’s defense, focusing on the body. Strickland’s solid defense is countered by DDP’s work rate. The round concludes with a lively exchange, Strickland ending with a left hook.
Round 4 :Strickland’s corner is concerned, urging a pace pickup. DDP remains fresh. DDP opens aggressively, landing combos. Strickland counters with jabs but backs up. DDP shoots, cuts Strickland, and maintains pressure. Strickland bleeds heavily, facing DDP’s relentless strikes and a takedown. Strickland weathers, but DDP’s onslaught dominates.
Round 5 : Strickland’s corner urges him to win the round. DDP seems ready for another tough round. Strickland initiates with jabs, holds the center. Both exchange, DDP forcing Strickland back. Strickland counters, defends a takedown, and lands significant strikes. DDP, slowing, faces resilient Strickland. They slug it out in a thrilling finish.
