Tom Nolan Submits Charlie Campbell in First-Round Rear-Naked Choke at UFC Fight Night 260
The 25-year-old Australian recorded his first UFC submission to extend a four-fight run.
Overview
- The main-card opener at RAC Arena in Perth ended with Nolan winning by rear-naked choke at 4:08 of Round 1.
- After early success from Campbell on the feet, Nolan secured back control from the clinch, dragged the fight to the mat, and forced the tap.
- The victory lifted Nolan to 10-1 overall and 4-1 in the UFC, marking his fourth consecutive win.
- Campbell took the bout on roughly two weeks' notice after initially preparing for Evan Elder.
- Nolan said he aims to return around March with hopes of fighting internationally next, with some reports noting he battled a knee issue.