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Anshul Jubli Dominated the Judges Scorecards, But Knockdown Derails Historic Win

Anshul Jubli Dominated the Judges Scorecards, But Knockdown Derails Historic Win

Anshul Jubli controlled the judges' scorecards, winning two rounds, but a knockdown disrupted his chance for a historic victory.

In UFC 294, Anshul ‘King Of Lions’ Jubli achieved a significant milestone by entering the UFC octagon in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 21. He displayed immense pride for his country during his debut fight in the UFC. Despite facing a experienced and seasoned opponent in Mike Breeden, Jubli’s performance in the fight was noteworthy. Now, let’s delve into the complete details of the fight.

UFC 294: Anshul Jubli dominated judges’ scorecards but was knocked down

Jubli began the fight strongly in the first round, showcasing his dominance with powerful strikes and knee kicks that visibly affected Breeden.

He carried this momentum into the second round, actively seeking a finish and coming incredibly close to becoming the first Indian fighter to secure a victory on the esteemed UFC platform since signing his contract.

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However, as the second round neared its end, Jubli’s fatigue became apparent due to the punches and strikes he had absorbed from Breeden.

The third round proved to be a disastrous turn of events for the Indian fighter, as Breeden exhibited a remarkable surge of energy right from the beginning.

By the third minute of the final round, Breeden successfully knocked down Jubli, resulting in his defeat. Despite winning two rounds, Jubli’s exhaustion ultimately hindered his performance in the third round, leading to a knockout loss.

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Anshul, a fighter who showcased greatness for his country and carried the hopes of Indian MMA fans, faced a setback. Despite falling short, India remains proud of him. Fans hope he’ll return stronger, as setbacks are part of progress.

Numerous fighters have encountered initial setbacks, yet it doesn’t hinder them from building remarkable careers. Anshul has only just begun his journey, and there’s a long road ahead. Meanwhile, so Indian fans has to support him, even through the challenges he may face in his career.

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