UFC Fight Night 24
5. Michael McDonald vs. Edwin Figueroa: Bantamweight bout: Michael McDonald defeated Edwin Figueroa via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
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Michael McDonald and Edwin Figueroa were each awarded $55,000 bonuses for Fight of the Night.
Figueroa threw some wild punches that didn't cut it against McDonald who did everything right in the 1st round. McDonald slipped all Figueroa's punches while he kept his eye on the prize landing big punches and kicks.
In the 2nd round McDonald had a good takedown, but wound up on his back where he was very active off his back with constant submissions. Figueroa persevered and was impressive in that much.
In the 3rd round both fighters were visibly gassed. McDonald landed some good takedowns. Figueroa was able to get back to his feet, but McDonald won the round.
Figueroa took the fight on 6 days notice.
R:1 A:4 S:4 T:3