UFC 298 delivered an electrifying night of fights, headlined by Ilia Topuria's stunning knockout victory over Alexander Volkanovski to claim the UFC featherweight belt. Despite Volkanovski's strong start, Topuria's confidence and skill were evident as he secured the win with a crushing right hand at 3:32 of the second round, improving his undefeated record to 15-0.
The victory marked a significant trend as fighters aged 35 and over moved to just 1-22 in UFC title fights against younger competitors, highlighting the challenges older fighters face in the lighter weight divisions. For Volkanovski, it was his second consecutive brutal knockout loss, raising questions about his future in the sport and emphasizing the rapid aging process often observed in fighters in his weight class.
In another notable matchup, former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker rebounded from a tough loss with a dominant performance against Paulo Costa, landing crisp combinations and powerful leg kicks to secure a unanimous decision victory in what was considered the second-best fight of the night.
However, the welterweight bout between Ian Machado Garry and Geoff Neal failed to live up to expectations, resulting in a lackluster contest that left the crowd restless and booing. Garry emerged victorious, but the fight failed to capture the excitement of the other matchups on the card.
Former flyweight and bantamweight champion Henry Cejudo also faced defeat at UFC 298, losing via unanimous decision to Merab Dvalishvili, whose relentless cardio and pressure proved too much for Cejudo to overcome. Despite Cejudo's efforts, Dvalishvili's performance showcased his dominance and further solidified his status as a top contender in the division.
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