All articles tagged with #fight performance
Sean O'Malley suffered his second consecutive loss at UFC 316, losing to Merab Dvalishvili by submission, with critics like Tom Aspinall suggesting he lacked the will to compete after the early rounds. O'Malley's recent performances have raised questions about his future in the UFC, especially with calls for retirement from rivals like Henry Cejudo.
Jake Paul defended his lackluster performance against Mike Tyson by revealing he was hampered by a significant ankle injury sustained during training, which affected his cardio and preparation. Despite winning by unanimous decision, Paul faced criticism for not delivering a more decisive victory against the 58-year-old Tyson. Paul also claimed he held back to avoid hurting Tyson, contradicting his pre-fight aggressive stance.