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Figueiredo Edges Jackson by Split Decision in UFC Rio Co-Main Event

Grappling control carried the former flyweight to a narrow nod, prompting a callout of Merab Dvalishvili.

Overview

  • Judges scored it 29-28, 29-28 for Deiveson Figueiredo with one 28-29 for Montel Jackson, confirming a split decision.
  • Figueiredo repeatedly secured takedowns and maintained top control to blunt Jackson’s reach and striking rhythm.
  • The three-round bout drew muted reviews for low output and few decisive moments despite the close scorecards.
  • The bantamweight co-main event took place at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro on October 11, 2025.
  • The result returns Figueiredo to the win column after a prior loss to Cory Sandhagen, and he called out Merab Dvalishvili in his post-fight remarks.