Aljamain Sterling defeated Henry Cejudo in the UFC 288 main event, defending his bantamweight championship with a split decision victory.
On Saturday night, UFC 288 saw a tense bout between Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo. Sterling, the bantamweight champion, successfully defended his title in the main event against former two-division titleholder, Cejudo. The fight, which took place at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., resulted in a split decision in favor of Sterling. Two judges scored the fight for Sterling, while one judge scored the bout for Cejudo.
Cejudo’s return to the ring after a three-year absence kept the audience on edge, and he put up a strong fight against Sterling. However, Sterling’s skill and stamina proved too much for Cejudo, and the judges ultimately awarded Sterling the victory. The UFC 288: Sterling vs. Cejudo Official Scorecard reflects the decision made by the judges during the fight.
The fight showcased the toughness and resilience of both athletes, but ultimately it was Sterling who stood tall as the bantamweight champion. Fans of Sterling will no doubt be celebrating his hard-fought win, while fans of Cejudo will look forward to his next fight, eager to see him reclaim his former glory.
In the end, the fight between Sterling and Cejudo proved to be an exciting and memorable event in the world of MMA. Both fighters displayed their impressive skill sets, but it was Sterling who emerged victorious, defending his championship title and solidifying his position as one of the top bantamweight fighters in the world.