: Two judges scored the bout 49-46 for Cannonier, while one judge scored it 49-46 for Strickland. Main Card Results
: Strickland utilized his signature crisp jab and defensive movement to out-land Cannonier in total strikes (157 to 141), though he required nearly 100 more attempts to do so. FC Fight Night: Cannonier vs Strickland
The final UFC main event of 2022 was a closely contested five-round middleweight battle held at the in Las Vegas. The bout took place almost entirely on the feet, showcasing a clash of styles between Cannonier’s heavy power and Strickland’s high-volume pressure. : Two judges scored the bout 49-46 for
: He focused on heavy leg and body kicks to neutralize Strickland's jab and landed the more damaging power shots throughout the middle and later rounds. FC Fight Night: Cannonier vs Strickland