"In the main event, Kamaru Usman turned back the clock and utilized his wrestling to derail the surging Joaquin Buckley in a five-round Fight of the Night."
"Joaquin Buckley was denied by Kamaru Usman, showcasing a tactical performance that capitalized on his background in wrestling against Buckley's striking-heavy approach."
"Miranda Maverick's loss to Rose Namajunas by unanimous decision marked the end of her four-fight win streak, showcasing the highly competitive nature of the women's division."
"The fight card at UFC Atlanta was notable as every fight on the main card went to a decision, with one ending due to a technicality."
UFC Atlanta marked the promotion's sixth visit to Georgia, featuring a card where all main fights went to decision. The highlight was Kamaru Usman reclaiming dominance by defeating Joaquin Buckley, who was on a six-fight win streak but ultimately fell short. Buckley’s performance pointed towards a potential matchup against Geoff Neal, a dangerous fighter in the welterweight division. In the co-main event, Rose Namajunas secured a unanimous decision victory over Miranda Maverick, ending Maverick's impressive win streak, further emphasizing the intense competition in the fight landscape.
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