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Short-Notice Winner Ethyn Ewing Gets Heroes’ Welcome Back at Job After UFC 322 Upset, Bonus Snub

One outlet reports he has signed a multi-fight UFC deal with a return targeted early next year.

Overview

  • Ewing defeated previously unbeaten Malcolm Wellmaker by unanimous decision at UFC 322 after stepping in on extremely short notice at Madison Square Garden.
  • A video showed coworkers cheering as Ewing returned to his construction site, highlighting his continued reliance on day-to-day work despite a breakout win.
  • Dana White did not award Ewing vs. Wellmaker the Fight of the Night bonus, a discretionary decision that can materially affect fighters’ earnings.
  • Coverage notes Ewing works as a safety professional and has been reported to co-own Occusafe Network with his father in Culver City, California.
  • Following the victory, BJPenn.com reported Ewing agreed to a multi-fight UFC contract and is expected to compete again early next year, though broader confirmation remains limited.