Because the fight was a draw, the title remained vacant. This led to a rare moment where UFC President Dana White expressed frustration with the scoring and immediately booked a new title fight for the following month. The Co-Main Event: Paddy Pimblett’s Rise and Controversy
The headliner featured Jan Blachowicz and Magomed Ankalaev competing for the vacant Light Heavyweight Championship. The title had been vacated by Jiří Procházka due to a severe shoulder injury. A split draw (48–47, 46–48, 47–47). UFC 282: Blachowicz vs. AnkalaevSat 10 Dec 2022...
Ponzinibbio secured a dramatic TKO victory over Alex Morono in the third round after trailing on the scorecards. Main Card Results Summary Jan Blachowicz vs. Magomed Ankalaev Split Draw Paddy Pimblett def. Jared Gordon Decision (Unanimous) Santiago Ponzinibbio def. Alex Morono TKO (Punches) Dricus du Plessis def. Darren Till Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) Ilia Topuria def. Bryce Mitchell Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) Because the fight was a draw, the title remained vacant
💡 UFC 282 was an event defined by its lack of resolution in the title picture and significant debate over judging, which ultimately reshaped the Light Heavyweight division's trajectory for 2023. The title had been vacated by Jiří Procházka
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Many fans and analysts believed Gordon had done enough to win, particularly through his grappling and control time. The decision was widely criticized on social media and by MMA media outlets. Notable Performances and Highlights
At just 18 years old, Rosas Jr. became the youngest fighter to compete and win in UFC history by submitting Jay Perrin in the first round.