MMA fighter Vicente Luque returned to the octagon after over a year, displaying an improved style and earning a unanimous decision victory over Rafael dos Anjos at UFC Vegas 78.
Vicente Luque made a triumphant return to the octagon after a hiatus exceeding a year. Competing in UFC Vegas 78, Luque looked like a not only a changed but an improved fighter, clinching a unanimous decision victory over Rafael dos Anjos in the eagerly anticipated main event.
With a grappling-heavy approach to his fights, Luque proved his mettle decisively. Following his spectacular victory over the former lightweight champion, he has boldly set his sights on a top-five opponent. Critiques from Mike Heck, Eric “New York Ric” Jackman, and E. Casey Leydon point out this marked change in Luque’s approach as well as his new aspirations.
The event also saw additional bouts that have sparked conversations among spectators and analysts. The unanimous decision win by Cub Swanson over Hakeem Dawodu was a major talking point. Discussions ensued over the scoring of the fight and whether it was a robbery or not. Also, in focus was Khalil Rountree‘s noticeable evolution as a fighter, which took centerstage after his shocking defeat of Chris Daukaus. The event also featured a finish-heavy preliminary card and raised several questions based on the performances of other emerging fighters.
The post-fight show of UFC Vegas 78 garnered significant attention, with enthusiasts catching the event on audio-only mode via streaming platforms including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and several other platforms where podcasts are found.