UFC 302, held at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, delivered an action-packed night of fights. The main event featured lightweight champion Islam Makhachev defending his title against the formidable No. 4 contender, Dustin Poirier. But before the main card, the prelims showcased some thrilling matchups
Andre Lima vs. Mitch Raposo
In the flyweight division, Andre Lima secured his second UFC win by outworking Mitch Raposo. Despite missing weight by four pounds, Lima’s leg kicks and efficient offense earned him a unanimous decision victory. His focus on Raposo’s legs paid off, and he moved to 2-0 in the UFC and 9-0 overall in his career
Ailin Perez vs. Joselyne Edwards
The grudge match between Ailin Perez and Joselyne Edwards went the distance. Perez emerged victorious with her third straight UFC win. The fight was closely contested, but Perez’s well-rounded skills and determination secured the unanimous decision
Bassil Hafez vs. Mickey Gall
In another exciting bout, Bassil Hafez defeated Mickey Gall via unanimous decision. Hafez showcased his striking and grappling skills, earning the judges’ favor and improving his UFC record
The preliminary fights set the stage for an electrifying main card, where Makhachev and Poirier battled for the lightweight championship. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from UFC 302! 🥊🔥
