This wasn’t the outcome 1.4 billion people anticipated at UFC 294, where Anshul Jubli lost to Mike Breeden. Despite maintaining an undefeated record throughout his amateur and professional career, the Himalayan fighter came up short against Breeden, who had experienced a three-fight losing streak. Now, following this loss, despite the massive hype and support from Indian fans, Jubli has become the target of mockery from UFC fans worldwide, with some even questioning his place in the company.
UFC 294 Upset: Anshul Jubli Under Fire After Loss to Mike Breeden
In the first round, Jubli had the ideal start he was hoping for, dominating with powerful strikes and knee kicks that left Breeden somewhat wobbly. He continued this momentum into the second round, aiming for a finish and coming incredibly close to becoming the first Indian fighter to secure a victory on the grand UFC stage after signing his contract.
Towards the end of the second round, Jubli’s exhaustion was evident due to the punches and strikes he had taken from Breeden. The third round turned into a disaster for the Indian fighter, as Breeden displayed a completely different level of energy right from the start. By the third minute of the third round, Breeden managed to floor Jubli, resulting in his loss. This unfortunate outcome led to online trolling from UFC and sports fans.
Fans are expressing the opinion that he might not fit into the company, and he’s been subjected to trolling, with some questioning whether Indian fighters can measure up to UFC’s competition. However, it’s crucial to remember that many great fighters have started their careers with losses, and it’s simply a part of the game. A single round going against him doesn’t define his overall skills as a fighter.
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With Jubli’s undefeated record and Breeden’s recent struggles, the odds were heavily in Jubli’s favor, making him the favorite to win. But it happened the opposite and now it will be interesting to see how he will move further in his career.
