Overview

• Erceg earned a unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28) over Ode Osbourne at UFC Vegas 109 on August 10 to snap a three-fight losing streak.
• Osbourne rocked Erceg with a first-round knockdown before Erceg leaned on takedowns and ground control to dominate the final two rounds.
• The bout shifted to bantamweight after two opponent changes forced Osbourne, a natural flyweight, to move up on short notice.
• The victory preserved Erceg’s UFC contract in the final fight of his deal and revived his position in the flyweight rankings.
• Erceg said he is ready to back up in seven weeks for a UFC Fight Night in Perth, targeting a September 28 return.