New Featherweight Champion Crowned at UFC 298 in Anaheim

UFC 298 recently took place at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. In a thrilling main event, rising featherweight contender Ilia Topuria shocked the world by knocking out the reigning champion, Alexander Volkanovski, to capture the UFC 145-pound title.

The night’s co-main event featured former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker who secured a decision victory over tough challenger Paulo Costa, solidifying his position as a top contender in the division.

Up-and-coming fighter Ian Machado Garry stayed undefeated with a split decision win over Geoff Neal, showcasing his potential in the welterweight division.

Merab Dvalishvili answered questions about his skill set with a dominant unanimous decision victory over former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo, proving he is a force to be reckoned with in the bantamweight division.

Anthony Hernandez extended his winning streak to five with a second-round submission win over Roman Kopylov, displaying his resilience and determination inside the Octagon.

Meanwhile, UFC 300 is on the horizon with a highly anticipated light heavyweight title bout between Jamahal Hill and Alex Pereira set to headline the event.