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No one expected strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk to have an easy time in her rematch with rival Claudia Gadelha. However, the champion had to survive some early troubles to take over the fight down the stretch and win a wide unanimous decision.
The women’s strawweight title bout was the main event of the TUF 23 Finale event at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. It aired on FOX Sports 1 following prelims on FOX Sports 1 and UFC Fight Pass.
Gadelha (13-2 MMA, 2-2 UFC) was aggressive with striking and takedowns for the opening two rounds, scoring repeatedly on the ground and the feet. Jedrzejczyk (12-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) battled through the adversity, though, and utilized incredible endurance to relentlessly push the pace as Gadelha faded.
In the end, the judges scored the fight for Jedrzejczyk by scores of 48-46, 48-45 and 48-46.
Check out the video highlights above.
Also see:
- TUF 23 Finale: Andrew Sanchez vs. Khalil Rountree video highlights
- TUF 23 Finale: Tatiana Suarez vs. Amanda Cooper video highlights
For complete coverage of The Ultimate Fighter 23 Finale, check out the UFC Events section of the site.
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