Sumudaerji

Sumudaerji had the stronger striking at range while Alex Perez found success when he took the fight to the canvas. In the deciding round, Sumudaerji defended the takedown attempts and scored in the clinch to earn a unanimous decision.

Key moments

• Sumudaerji used his range to win striking exchanges in space.
• Perez was effective when he brought Sumudaerji to the ground.
• Final-round takedown defense and clinch strikes helped Sumudaerji win three 29-28 scorecards.

Sumudaerji lost a unanimous decision to Charles Johnson after three competitive flyweight rounds at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas.

Key moments

• Sumudaerji used his length and movement to create difficult striking exchanges early in the fight.
• Johnson found success with his own boxing and pressure, forcing Sumudaerji to work through repeated exchanges at close range.
• Sumudaerji rallied with effective offense in the third round, but Johnson's earlier work was enough to secure the decision on the official cards.
• The judges awarded Johnson the unanimous decision by three scores of 29-28.