Julianna Peña won the UFC bantamweight title over Raquel Pennington by split decision at UFC 307, sparking controversy and claims of a judging “robbery” from various fighters.
Julianna Peña and Raquel Pennington faced off at UFC 307 in Salt Lake City. The fight was marred by controversial judging, stirring quite the debate.
Peña emerged victorious, clinching the UFC bantamweight title via a split decision (47-48, 48-47 x2). This marked Pennington’s first attempt to defend her title.
Here’s a breakdown of how the judges scored it:
The pros had plenty to say about the outcome—check out their reactions below:
Congrats Pena Spokane stand up
— Terrance McKinney (@twrecks155)
Wow robbery ♂️ ♂️
— GILBERT BURNS DURINHO (@GilbertDurinho)
What they give these judges in Utah? This shit craaaazy #UFC307
— Vince Morales (@vandetta135)
It’s crazy but I still think Carla Esparza and Raquel Pennington clear won tonight, but the judges took one check from both not even talking abt Aldo I’m bias on this one! But wow #ufc307 robbery
— GILBERT BURNS DURINHO (@GilbertDurinho)