Colby Thicknesse Outpoints Vince Morales at UFC Perth
The Australian prospect earned a unanimous decision to strengthen his case for bigger bantamweight matchups.
Overview
- Thicknesse won a unanimous decision over Morales with three 29-28 scorecards at UFC Perth.
- A frantic opening round featured Thicknesse threatening a tight triangle and armbar on the mat.
- A late surge from Morales with pressure and top control was not enough to flip the decision.
- Morales entered on a three-fight skid after meniscus surgery and called this a chance to earn a new UFC contract.
- Thicknesse had promised a stoppage and sees the win as a step toward higher-profile opponents such as Cody Garbrandt.