Carlos Hernandez showcased his dominance against Denys Bondar at UFC Vegas 75, nearly securing a knockout victory in the final seconds. After overwhelming his opponent for almost 15 minutes, Hernandez executed a takedown that seemed to push Bondar to the brink of defeat. With relentless force, he unleashed a barrage of elbows upon a bloodied and battered Bondar, prompting referee Jerin Valel to intervene and stop the fight with just one second remaining.
However, the excitement was short-lived as the takedown underwent review, and the outcome of Hernandez’s first UFC finish was unexpectedly altered. The ruling declared it a clash of heads instead, casting doubt on the validity of the knockout.
Fortunately for Hernandez, the fight proceeded to the scorecards. To his relief, all three judges awarded him the victory, unanimously recognizing his dominance throughout the bout. Two judges scored all three rounds in favor of Hernandez, while the third judge scored it 29-28 in his favor.
Watch the video capturing the intense final moments of the flyweight matchup at the APEX.
With this win, the 29-year-old Hernandez improved his UFC record to 2-1, showcasing his potential as a promising Contender Series alumnus. This victory also served as a redemption after his previous defeat via first-round submission to Allan Nascimento.
On the other hand, Bondar’s UFC journey faced another setback, as he now stands at 0-2 following a 16-month hiatus between his appearances inside the octagon.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about UFC controversy
What happened in the main event of UFC Vegas 75?
Carlos Hernandez dominated Denys Bondar for almost 15 minutes and appeared to secure a buzzer-beater knockout victory. However, after a review, the knockout was overturned and ruled a clash of heads.
How did the fight end after the controversial ruling?
Despite the overturned knockout, the fight went to the scorecards. All three judges awarded the victory to Carlos Hernandez, affirming his dominance throughout the bout.
How did Carlos Hernandez’s UFC record improve with this win?
With the win at UFC Vegas 75, Carlos Hernandez’s record inside the octagon improved to 2-1, showcasing his potential as a promising fighter.
What was the outcome for Denys Bondar in this fight?
Denys Bondar suffered his second consecutive loss in the UFC, now holding a record of 0-2 following a 16-month layoff between appearances.
Who made the decision to stop the fight?
Referee Jerin Valel made the decision to stop the fight with just one second remaining after Carlos Hernandez delivered a barrage of elbows to a bloodied and battered Denys Bondar.
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