Ex-champion Jan Blachowicz reacts to UFC Fight Night 255 loss: 'I'll leave the verdict for discussion'
Jan Blachowicz released a statement following his UFC Fight Night 255 loss.
In his first fight since July 2023, Blachowicz (29-11-1 MMA, 12-8-1 UFC) was outpointed by Carlos Ulberg (12-1 MMA, 7-1 UFC) in this past Saturday’s co-main event at The O2 in London.
The former UFC light heavyweight champion was disappointed in the outcome, and thinks the judges got it wrong.
“This camp was one of the best I’ve had. I missed this, every part of this game. The welcome and support during fight week #UFCLondon from the whole @ufc team was amazing – I knew you missed me, but I didn’t know it was like this! Thank you!
More controversy on the record, as it turns out the approach to significant strikes doesn’t align with the actual meaning. I’ll leave the verdict for discussion. What happened in the stands after the announcement, and what’s happening online right now, is pretty telling I appreciate it, but the verdict is out there, and unfortunately, it will stay on my record. We keep moving forward, going for more. Your support has been huge, and I’ll remember this moment for a long time #TeamJanek
#LegendaryPolishPower.”
Blachowicz, 42, is now winless in his past three fights. He battled current champion Magomed Ankalaev to a split draw at UFC 282, dropped a split decision to ex-champ Alex Pereira at UFC 291, and now a unanimous decision to streaking contender Ulberg.
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