Main Event Catchweight 140 lbs. Pro MMA Bout Results from August 5, 2023
UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Font
UFC Fight Night took place on Saturday, August 5, 2023, with 12 fights at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
The main event was a catchweight bout at 140 lbs. between Cory "Sandman" Sandhagen (17-4-0) and Rob Font. Sandhagen, a top-ranked bantamweight fighter from Aurora, Colorado, defeated Font by unanimous decision (50-45, 50-45, 50-45).
In a strategic move, Sandhagen focused on controlling the distance and avoiding Font's powerful striking. He effectively used his reach advantage to keep Font at bay and dictate the pace of the fight.
Sandhagen's victory solidified his position as a contender in the bantamweight division. Fans can catch highlights and watch the full fight by signing up for ESPN+.
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