UFC Fight Night 228 Result And Report, Ratings, Winners And Losers

UFC Fight Night 228, hosted at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas on September 23, 2023, will be remembered as an unforgettable evening of mixed martial arts action. This event featured an electrifying lineup of fights, including a thrilling lightweight headliner pitting Rafael Fiziev against Mateusz Gamrot. In this article, we will delve into the pivotal moments and results of each bout, capturing the essence of this night of intense competition in the Octagon.

Montserrat Rendon vs. Tamires Vidal

The evening kicked off with a compelling women’s bantamweight bout between Montserrat Rendon and Tamires Vidal. Right from the opening bell, both fighters set a frenetic pace. Vidal began with a series of leg kicks, while Rendon answered with crisp counterpunches. This set the tone for a night of fierce exchanges.

Vidal made multiple attempts to take the fight to the ground, but Rendon’s resilience kept it standing throughout the first round. Both fighters displayed their striking skills, making it a closely contested round.

In the second round, Rendon continued to shine in the striking department, landing significant punches and keeping her distance from Vidal’s grappling expertise. Vidal tried for submissions but couldn’t secure any. Rendon, on the other hand, dominated the round with her ground and pound.

The final round saw Vidal return to her leg kicks, but Rendon’s striking remained on point. Rendon successfully executed a takedown and controlled Vidal on the ground, delivering punches at will. In the end, Rendon secured a hard-fought victory via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28), improving her MMA record to 6-0 and her UFC record to 1-0, while Vidal moved to 7-2 in MMA and 1-1 in the UFC.

Hannah Goldy vs. Mizuki Inoue

The women’s strawweight matchup between Hannah Goldy and Mizuki Inoue was a battle of grit and skill. In the opening round, both fighters engaged in a clinch battle against the cage. Mizuki demonstrated excellent takedown defence, and the two exchanged strikes in close quarters.

Round two continued to showcase their competitive spirit. Mizuki displayed her striking prowess, while Goldy had her moments with leg kicks and striking combinations. Mizuki’s grappling skills came into play when she secured a takedown and controlled Goldy on the ground.

The third round featured a spirited exchange of punches, with both fighters leaving it all in the Octagon. Mizuki’s composure and striking accuracy gave her the edge in this round. Goldy managed to secure a takedown but couldn’t capitalise on it. In the end, Mizuki earned a unanimous decision victory (29-28, 29-28, 29-28). Goldy’s MMA record stood at 6-4, with a UFC record of 1-4, while Mizuki improved to 15-6 in MMA and 2-1 in the UFC.

Jake Collier vs. Mohammed Usman

The heavyweight clash between Jake Collier and Mohammed Usman was a contest of power and resilience. In the first round, Usman connected with a powerful left jab, prompting Collier to respond with a barrage of punches and leg kicks. Collier’s striking accuracy earned him a successful takedown, but Usman defended well and landed counterpunches.

Round two began with Collier showcasing his leg kicks, while Usman answered with a right hand. An accidental eye poke by Usman briefly halted the action. After the fight resumed, both fighters continued their striking exchanges, but Usman’s punches and right hand had an impact.

The third round saw Collier open with leg kicks, but Usman’s striking combinations took a toll. Usman initiated a takedown attempt, leading to a ground battle where he dominated Collier. Usman secured a unanimous decision win (30-27, 29-28, 29-28), pushing his MMA record to 10-2 and his UFC record to 3-0, while Collier’s record fell to 13-10 in MMA and 5-9 in the UFC.

Cody Brundage vs. Jacob Malkoun

The middleweight bout between Cody Brundage and Jacob Malkoun took an unexpected turn. Brundage began with a high kick and an immediate level change, securing a takedown. However, Malkoun swiftly reversed the position and unleashed a series of heavy punches from back control. Brundage tried to defend but eventually had to give up, resulting in a disqualification due to illegal strikes to the back of the head.

This unfortunate ending handed Cody Brundage the victory via disqualification (illegal strikes) at 4:15 of the first round. Brundage’s MMA record moved to 9-5, with a UFC record of 3-4, while Malkoun’s record stood at 7-3 in MMA and 3-3 in the UFC.

Andre Fialho vs. Tim Means

The welterweight clash between Andre Fialho and Tim Means delivered a thrilling exchange of strikes. Means initiated the action with a kick to the body, and Fialho answered with a right hand. Fialho landed a solid right hand, but Means retaliated with a knee to the chin that dropped Fialho.

Means capitalised on the opportunity with ground and pound, sealing the victory via knockout at 1:54 of the first round. With this win, Tim Means improved his MMA record to 32-13-1 and his UFC record to 14-10-1, while Andre Fialho’s record now stands at 17-4 in MMA and 1-2 in the UFC.

Mara Romero Borella vs. Luana Carolina

The women’s flyweight bout between Mara Romero Borella and Luana Carolina featured a mix of striking and grappling exchanges. In the opening round, both fighters traded punches and kicks. Borella initiated a clinch against the cage, but Carolina defended well and countered with knees. Borella managed to secure a takedown towards the end of the round.

Round two continued with striking exchanges, with both fighters landing significant shots. Borella sought takedowns, but Carolina showcased a solid takedown defense. The round concluded with a flurry of punches from both competitors.

The third round saw Borella pressing the action with punches and clinch attempts. Carolina displayed excellent takedown defence and continued to land strikes. Despite Borella’s efforts, Carolina’s striking and defensive skills secured her a unanimous decision victory (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).

Luana Carolina’s record improved to 9-3 in MMA and 3-2 in the UFC, while Mara Romero Borella’s record stood at 14-9 in MMA and 3-5 in the UFC.

Thiago Moises vs. Alexander Hernandez

The lightweight co-main event between Thiago Moises and Alexander Hernandez promised fireworks and delivered. In the first round, Moises showcased his striking with leg kicks and crisp punches. Hernandez responded with powerful punches and a takedown attempt, but Moises defended well.

Round two featured an intense, striking battle, with both fighters exchanging heavy shots. Moises continued to target Hernandez’s legs, while Hernandez aimed for significant punches. Hernandez attempted a takedown, but

Moises defended and reversed the position, ending up on top. Moises maintained control until the round ended.

The final round witnessed more striking exchanges, with both fighters displaying their skills. Moises’ striking and grappling proved to be the difference-makers. He secured a takedown and maintained top control, landing ground, and pound. Moises secured a unanimous decision victory (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).

With this win, Thiago Moises improved his MMA record to 16-5 and his UFC record to 6-4, while Alexander Hernandez’s record fell to 14-5 in MMA and 6-4 in the UFC.

Rafael Fiziev vs. Mateusz Gamrot (Main Event)

The main event of UFC Fight Night 228 featured an electrifying lightweight bout between Rafael Fiziev and Mateusz Gamrot. From the opening round, both fighters set a blistering pace, engaging in striking battles.

Fiziev’s striking showcased its brilliance with kicks and spinning attacks, while Gamrot responded with powerful punches and leg kicks. The back-and-forth exchanges kept the crowd on the edge of their seats.

Round two continued with high-intensity striking exchanges, with both fighters displaying remarkable durability. Gamrot’s punching combinations were on display, but Fiziev’s striking variety remained effective. Fiziev secured a takedown, but Gamrot quickly reversed it, ending up in top position. Fiziev attempted submissions from the bottom but couldn’t secure one.

The final round saw both fighters leave it all in the Octagon. Fiziev’s striking prowess and takedown defence were showcased, while Gamrot continued to press forward with punches and kicks. Fiziev’s spinning back kicks landed, but Gamrot remained unfazed.

In a closely contested battle, Rafael Fiziev secured the victory via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28). This victory elevated Fiziev’s MMA record to 11-1 and his UFC record to 5-1, while Mateusz Gamrot’s record moved to 20-2 in MMA and 5-2 in the UFC.

UFC Fight Night 228 lived up to its billing as an unforgettable night of mixed martial arts action. With thrilling fights and memorable moments, this event showcased the incredible talent and resilience of the fighters. From Rafael Fiziev’s hard-fought victory in the main event to Luana Carolina’s impressive performance in the preliminary card, each bout left a lasting impression.

As the Octagon doors closed on this action-packed night, fight fans were left eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the world of mixed martial arts. UFC Fight Night 228 undoubtedly added another memorable chapter to the storied history of the sport.