Overview
- Charles Jourdain won a unanimous decision over Kyler Phillips with three 29-28 scorecards.
- The bout delivered three high-action rounds as Phillips leaned on takedowns early and Jourdain landed flying knees and a late surge that opened a cut.
- The UFC awarded the co-main Fight of the Night, a $100,000 bonus under the promotion’s increased payout.
- After the win, Jourdain said he overestimated his grappling and had not prepared for Phillips’ body-lock takedowns.
- The result moved Jourdain to 18-8-1 with three straight wins and left Phillips at 12-5-0 on a three-fight skid, setting up Jourdain for a likely matchup with a ranked bantamweight.