Following an exciting preliminary card, the action at RAC Arena moved to the pay-per-view segment, instantly ramping up the intensity and making UFC 305’s main card one of the most thrilling of the year.
UFC 305 Main Card Results: Du Plessis vs. Adesanya The main card featured a standout rookie extending his winning streak, a Top 10 heavyweight achieving a surprising split decision victory, and City Kickboxing fighters delivering consecutive wins to set up the highly anticipated middleweight championship bout. The atmosphere in the arena was charged with anticipation as the main event approached.
In the climax of the night, Dricus Du Plessis ensured that the excitement didn’t end with three consecutive wins for City Kickboxing fighters. He successfully defended his middleweight title by submitting Israel Adesanya in the fourth round, marking his first successful title defense.
UFC 305: Du Plessis vs. Adesanya Main Card Results
Dricus Du Plessis Defeats Israel Adesanya by Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) at 3:38 of Round 4
In the main event of UFC 305, Dricus Du Plessis successfully defended his middleweight title, submitting Israel Adesanya with a rear-naked choke in the fourth round.
Kai Kara-France Defeats Steve Erceg by TKO (Strikes) at 4:04 of Round 1
Kai Kara-France secured a dramatic victory over Steve Erceg with a TKO due to strikes, finishing the fight at 4:04 of the first round.
Dan Hooker Defeats Mateusz Gamrot by Split Decision (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
Dan Hooker emerged victorious in a closely contested bout against Mateusz Gamrot, winning by split decision.
Jairzinho Rozenstruik Defeats Tai Tuivasa by Split Decision (29-28, 27-30, 30-27)
Jairzinho Rozenstruik outpointed Tai Tuivasa in a strategic performance to win by split decision.
Carlos Prates Defeats Li Jingliang by KO (Left Hand) at 4:02 of Round 2
Carlos Prates continued his impressive UFC debut with a knockout victory over Li Jingliang, landing a decisive left hand at 4:02 of the second round.
Valter Walker Defeats Junior Tafa by Technical Submission (Ankle Lock) at 4:56 of Round 1
Valter Walker secured a technical submission victory over Junior Tafa with an ankle lock at 4:56 of the first round.
Ricardo Ramos Defeats Josh Culibao by Split Decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
Ricardo Ramos edged out Josh Culibao in a split decision battle.
Casey O’Neill Defeats Luana Santos by Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-26)
Casey O’Neill earned a unanimous decision victory over Luana Santos, with all three judges scoring the fight in her favor.
Jack Jenkins Defeats Herbert Burns by TKO (Strikes) at 0:48 of Round 3
Jack Jenkins finished Herbert Burns with a TKO due to strikes at 0:48 of the third round.
Tom Nolan Defeats Alex Reyes by Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
Tom Nolan secured a unanimous decision victory over Alex Reyes.
Song Kenan Defeats Ricky Glenn by Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-26, 29-28)
Song Kenan won a unanimous decision against Ricky Glenn, showcasing his dominance throughout the fight.
Jesus Aguilar Defeats Stewart Nicoll by Submission (Guillotine Choke) at 2:39 of Round 1
Jesus Aguilar finished Stewart Nicoll with a guillotine choke submission at 2:39 of the first round.
UFC 305: Main Card Highlights
Carlos Prates Shines with Knockout of Li Jingliang
Carlos Prates made a notable impact in his UFC 305 debut, knocking out Li Jingliang with a powerful left hand in the second round. This victory continues Prates’ impressive rookie campaign, moving him to 3-0 in the UFC for the year and adding to his ten-fight win streak.
Jairzinho Rozenstruik Outpoints Tai Tuivasa
Jairzinho Rozenstruik delivered a technical performance against Tai Tuivasa, winning by split decision. Rozenstruik’s strategic approach and superior striking earned him his second consecutive victory, while Tuivasa suffered his fifth straight loss.
Dan Hooker defeats Mateusz Gamrot by split decision (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
The bout between Dan Hooker and Mateusz Gamrot lived up to expectations, showcasing a fiercely competitive and thrilling 15-minute clash between the two skilled lightweights.
Gamrot started strong, showcasing improved striking and landing significant blows on Hooker before attempting to grapple. However, “The Hangman” defended well and nearly wobbled his Polish opponent towards the end of the first round. The second round was highly competitive, with Hooker landing more impactful shots while Gamrot managed to land some significant strikes and briefly put the New Zealander on the canvas. In the third round, both fighters mostly traded punches, with Gamrot intermittently trying to grapple, but Hooker effectively countered these attempts.
The judges had to decide the winner, and after tallying the scores, Hooker emerged victorious with his hand raised. He secured the win in what was an exceptional bout between two top-tier lightweight fighters.
