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Mason Jones Hands Axel Sola First Defeat in UFC London ‘Fight of the Night’

The comeback decision extends Jones’ streak, signaling a rankings push, with Sola released after precautionary scans.

Overview

  • Jones won by unanimous decision with scores of 30-27, 29-28 and 29-28 after three bloody rounds at The O2 in London.
  • Sola scored a first‑round knockdown with a spinning back elbow before Jones rallied, opening a deep cut under the Frenchman’s eye.
  • The bout earned official Fight of the Night honors as fans and peers lauded the action and highlighted Jones’ relentless pace.
  • UFC officials said Sola underwent precautionary head and facial CT scans and was later released; Dana White shared stitched injury photos.
  • The victory improves Jones to 18-2 with a seven‑fight win streak and three straight UFC wins, while Sola falls to 11-1-1 in his first pro loss.