Brandon Royval Triumphs Over Brandon Moreno in UFC Mexico City Main Event
In a closely contested fight, Royval secures a split decision victory, marking Moreno's first UFC loss in Mexico.
- Brandon Royval defeats Brandon Moreno via split decision in the main event of UFC Fight Night in Mexico City, marking Moreno's first UFC fight loss in his home country.
- Royval, ranked No. 7, overcomes early adversity and the favoritism towards Moreno, the first-ever Mexican-born UFC champion, to secure the biggest win of his career.
- The fight was closely contested, with judges' scorecards reflecting a split decision victory for Royval (48-47, 46-49, 48-47).
- Royval expresses his kinship with the Mexican crowd in his postfight interview, highlighting his Mexican heritage and declaring his love for Mexico.
- Royval calls out UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja for a rematch, aiming to challenge for the title once again.