UFC Vegas 53 Results: A Night of Surprises
UFC Vegas 53 Sets Up an Exciting Card
UFC Vegas 53, which aired on March 5, 2023, was a card that promised a night of great fights. The main event featured a light heavyweight battle between former champion Vitor Belfort and rising star Jon Jones. The co-main event featured a middleweight clash between former champion Anderson Silva and former champion Michael Bisping. Also on the card were lightweights Jim Miller and Donald Cerrone, featherweights Frankie Edgar and Diego Sanchez, and welterweights Rory MacDonald and Tyron Woodley.
Vitor Belfort Triumphs Over Jon Jones
In the main event, Vitor Belfort proved that age is nothing but a number. He stunned the world by upsetting Jon Jones with a first-round TKO. Belfort was able to land a huge right hand to the jaw of Jones and the referee stopped the fight shortly after. This was a huge upset as many people had Jones winning the fight. Belfort now looks to be a top contender in the light heavyweight division.
Michael Bisping Gets the Win Over Anderson Silva
In the co-main event, Michael Bisping scored a unanimous decision win over Anderson Silva. Bisping was able to control the fight with his superior striking and ground control. He was able to keep Silva off balance and dictate the pace of the fight. This was a great win for Bisping as he looks to make a run at the middleweight title.
Jim Miller and Donald Cerrone Battle to a Draw
The lightweight bout between Jim Miller and Donald Cerrone was a back-and-forth battle that ended in a draw. Miller was able to control the fight with his wrestling, but Cerrone was able to land some heavy shots that had Miller in trouble. In the end, the judges were unable to decide a winner, so the fight was ruled a draw.
Frankie Edgar Gets the Win Over Diego Sanchez
In the featherweight bout, Frankie Edgar was able to get the win over Diego Sanchez. Edgar was able to outstrike Sanchez and control the octagon. He was able to keep Sanchez at bay and land some heavy shots that had Sanchez in trouble. In the end, Edgar was able to get the win by unanimous decision.
Rory MacDonald and Tyron Woodley Fight to a Draw
In the welterweight bout, Rory MacDonald and Tyron Woodley fought to a draw. Woodley was able to land some heavy shots that had MacDonald in trouble. MacDonald was able to survive and was able to land some of his own shots. In the end, the judges were unable to decide a winner and the fight was ruled a draw.
Conclusion
UFC Vegas 53 was a night of surprises and exciting fights. Vitor Belfort was able to pull off a huge upset over Jon Jones. Michael Bisping was able to get the win over Anderson Silva. Jim Miller and Donald Cerrone fought to a draw. Frankie Edgar was able to get the win over Diego Sanchez. And Rory MacDonald and Tyron Woodley fought to a draw. It was a great night of fights and the UFC will be sure to put on another great card for the next event.