"Cody Durden, facing a potential job loss, opened the fight aggressively against Jafel Filho, who managed to survive the initial onslaught and engage in grappling exchanges."
"The second round featured competitive exchanges, with Durden gaining a slight advantage on the feet, while Filho threatened with a rear-naked choke as the round ended."
"In the third round, Durden showcased his stamina and control, dominating Filho, who struggled with fatigue, leading to a unanimous decision victory for Durden."
Cody Durden faced Jafel Filho at UFC Vegas 116, needing a win to keep his job after a series of losses. The fight began with Durden's aggressive strikes, but Filho managed to control the ground exchanges. The second round saw both fighters exchanging blows, with Durden gaining a slight edge. In the third round, Durden dominated, taking advantage of Filho's fatigue. The judges awarded Durden a unanimous decision victory, marking a significant comeback for him and a setback for Filho.
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