Edson Barboza’s extensive experience in the fight game proved to be the determining factor in his victory over Sodiq Yusuff at UFC Fight Night. Despite being severely rocked in the early stages of the fight, Barboza managed to secure a takedown and regain his composure. The judges ultimately ruled in Barboza’s favor, recognizing his resilience and the effectiveness of his strikes in the later rounds.
In a post-fight interview, Barboza admitted to feeling disoriented from Yusuff’s initial assault, stating, “I didn’t know what the f— was going on.” However, he credited Yusuff for displaying a similar level of determination in the third round.
The defeat was a disappointment for Yusuff, but he found solace in the fact that he had admired Barboza since his childhood. Reflecting on the fight, Yusuff commented, “To put on what I believe is a Fight of the Night, it’s OK.”
With this win, Barboza has improved his overall MMA record to 24-11 and secured back-to-back victories. On the other hand, Yusuff’s professional record now stands at 13-3, with a 6-2 record in the UFC.
