Joaquin Buckley defeats Colby Covington by TKO (doctor’s stoppage) at 4:42 of Round 3
UFC Tampa delivered an exciting night of fights, exceeding expectations with several close and thrilling matchups. The main event between Joaquin Buckley and Colby Covington showcased intense action, with both fighters pushing the pace and giving fans a memorable spectacle. The card featured a mix of exciting finishes and hard-fought decisions, making it a night to remember for MMA fans. Here are the results for the Main card:
Joaquin Buckley ended the year with a spectacular victory over Colby Covington by TKO (doctor’s stoppage) at 4:42 of Round 3. Buckley was dominant throughout all three rounds, skillfully handling Covington’s relentless pressure with exceptional defense and striking. The fight took a pivotal turn in Round 1 when Buckley caused an eye cut on Covington, which significantly impacted the latter’s ability to continue effectively. Despite Covington’s aggressive approach, Buckley continued to control the pace and land solid strikes, culminating in the stoppage as the doctor deemed Covington unfit to continue due to the severity of the eye injury.
Cub Swanson defeats Billy Quarantillo by KO (right hand) at 1:36 of Round 3
Cub Swanson secured a thrilling victory over Billy Quarantillo by knockout with a powerful right hand at 1:36 of Round 3. The fight was an exciting back-and-forth affair, with both fighters displaying aggressive striking and solid technique. Swanson, known for his veteran experience and striking ability, remained composed throughout the contest. In the final round, he delivered a perfectly timed right hand that landed flush on Quarantillo, sending him crashing to the canvas for the knockout finish. Swanson’s impressive performance earned him a well-deserved victory, showcasing his power and precision.
Manel Kape defeats Bruno Silva by TKO (strikes) at 1:57 of Round 3
Manel Kape won by TKO (strikes) against Bruno Silva at 1:57 of Round 3. Throughout the fight, Kape used his speed and accuracy to outstrike Silva. Although Silva is known for his toughness, Kape’s punches were too powerful and precise. In the third round, Kape landed a series of strong strikes that forced the referee to stop the fight, securing the win for him. This impressive performance highlighted why Kape is considered a top contender.
Dustin Jacoby defeats Vitor Petrino by KO (right hand) at 3:44 of Round 3
Dustin Jacoby defeated Vitor Petrino by KO (right hand) at 3:44 of Round 3. The fight was closely contested, with both fighters exchanging heavy strikes. Jacoby’s experience and striking skills were on display as he absorbed Petrino’s attacks while looking for his opening. In the final round, Jacoby landed a clean right hand that knocked Petrino out cold, ending the fight at 3:44. It was a powerful finish, showcasing Jacoby’s knockout power and precision.
Daniel Marcos defeats Adrian Yanez by split decision (28-29, 30-27, 29-28)
Daniel Marcos defeated Adrian Yanez by split decision with scores of 28-29, 30-27, and 29-28. The fight was competitive, with both fighters having their moments. Yañez had a strong first round, but Marcos bounced back with solid performance in the following rounds, controlling the pace and landing effective strikes. After a closely contested battle, the judges gave Marcos the win with two of them scoring in his favor, earning him the split decision victory.
Navajo Stirling defeats Tuco Tokkos by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Navajo Stirling defeated Tuco Tokkos by unanimous decision with all three judges scoring it 30-27. Stirling dominated the fight from start to finish, showcasing superior technique and control. Tokkos struggled to find an answer to Stirling’s pressure and precision. After three rounds of strong performance, Stirling secured the unanimous decision win, earning a clean sweep from the judges.
