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Photo | Check out the Jon Jones vs. Dominick Reyes judges' scorecards
Adam D Martin - February 9, 2020
Following UFC 247, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation released the controversial scorecards for Jon Jones vs. Dominick Reyes. The main event of UFC 247 ended in controversy when Jones was announced as the winner via unanimous decision, with the judges scoring the fight in his favor 48-47, 48-47 and 49-46 for a clean sweep to once again defend the UFC light heavyweight title. Many media and fans felt that Reyes did enough to win the fight, but the judges awarded the belt back to the champ, leading to an uproar on social media.
Jon Jones reacts following UFC 247 win over Dominick Reyes: "He felt that Championship heat"
Chris Taylor - February 9, 2020
Jon Jones successfully defended his light heavyweight at tonight’s UFC 247 event in Houston, scoring a unanimous decision victory over Dominick Reyes. Reyes proved to be an extremely tough challenge for Jones, and even dropped the longtime champion in the early stages of round one.
Joe Rogan rips UFC 247 judge for "insane" Jones vs. Reyes scorecard
Christopher Taylor - February 8, 2020
Like many, Joe Rogan was less than impressed by the judging associated with tonight’s UFC 247 event in Houston, Texas. The event was littered with poor judging, which included one judge giving Trevin Giles a round in which James Krause had his back for nearly four minutes.
Dana White answers tough questions about judging following UFC 247
Christopher Taylor - February 8, 2020
UFC President Dana White was asked to discuss the hot topic of MMA judging following tonight’s UFC 247 event in Houston, Texas. UFC 247 was headlined by a light heavyweight title fight featuring reining division champion Jon Jones taking on undefeated contender Dominick Reyes.
Dominick Reyes reacts following controversial loss to Jon Jones at UFC 247
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
Dominick Reyes took on Jon Jones for the promotions coveted light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 247 this evening in Houston. Despite holding a perfect record of 12-0 in his mixed martial arts career, Reyes was labelled as the underdog heading into tonight’s fight with Jones (25-1 MMA) and for good reason.
Pros react to Jon Jones vs. Dominick Reyes at UFC 247
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
A light heavyweight title fight headlined tonight’s UFC 247 event as reigning champion Jon Jones took on undefeated contender Dominick Reyes. Jones (25-1 MMA) was returning to the Octagon for the first time since July’s UFC 239 event in Las Vegas, where he etched out a split decision victory over Thiago Santos.
UFC 247 Results: Jon Jones defeats Dominick Reyes (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
A light heavyweight title fight headlines tonight’s UFC 247 event as reigning champion Jon Jones takes on undefeated contender Dominick Reyes. Jones (25-1 MMA) will be returning to the Octagon for the first time since July’s UFC 239 event in Las Vegas, where he etched out a split decision victory over Thiago Santos.
Pros react after Valentina Shevchenko TKO’s Katlyn Chookagian at UFC 247
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
Valentina Shevchenko put her women’s flyweight title on the line against Katlyn Chookagian in the co-headliner of tonight’s UFC 247 event. Shevchenko (18-3 MMA) had gone a perfect 4-0 since dropping to flyweight entering tonight’s event. She captured the promotions 125lbs title at UFC 231 with a unanimous decision victory over Joanna Jedrzejczyk, and had since defended her strap against Jessica Eye (KO) and Liz Carmouche (decision).
Pros react to Derrick Lewis defeating Ilir Latifi at UFC 247
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
A heavyweight bout featuring former title challenger Derrick Lewis against Ilir Latifi took place on the main card of tonight’s UFC 247 event. Lewis (22-7 MMA) was most previously seen in action at November’s UFC 244 event, where he picked up a split decision victory over Blagoy Ivanov. ‘The Black Beast’ entered UFC 247 having gone 3-3 over his past six Octagon appearances, which included wins over Alexander Volkov and Francis Ngannou.
UFC 247 Results: Derrick Lewis defeats Ilir Latifi (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
A heavyweight bout featuring former title challenger Derrick Lewis taking on Ilir Latifi takes place on the main card of tonight’s UFC 247 event. Lewis (22-7 MMA) was last seen in action at November’s UFC 244 event, where he picked up a split decision victory over Blagoy Ivanov. ‘The Black Beast’ has gone 3-3 over his past six Octagon appearances, which includes wins over Alexander Volkov and Francis Ngannou.
UFC heads to Portland on April 11, seven fights announced for the card
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
The UFC will head to Portland, Oregon on April 11 for a UFC Fight Night event headlined by a heavyweight bout between Alistair Overeem and Walt Harris. The promotion announced the news on their official website earlier this evening. The event will take place at the Moda Center.
UFC 247: Jones vs. Reyes Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - February 8, 2020
The Octagon returns to Houston tonight for UFC 247, a twelve-bout fight card headlined by a light heavyweight title fight between Jon Jones and Dominick Reyes. Jones (25-1 MMA) will be returning to the Octagon for the first time since July’s UFC 239 event in Las Vegas, where he etched out a split decision victory over Thiago Santos.