Dana White’s Contender Series 9: Week 7 Results & Scorecards
Dana White’s Contender Series: Week 7 Results – Season 9
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Las Vegas played host to another electrifying night of fights at the UFC APEX on September 23, 2024, as Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS) Season 9 continued. Four fighters earned coveted UFC contracts, showcasing skill, grit, and the potential to become future stars within the association. This recap details the key outcomes,fight highlights,and the paths forward for thes newly signed athletes.
Fight Results & Recaps
The night featured a diverse range of matchups, with fighters battling for a chance to prove themselves on the biggest stage in mixed martial arts. Several bouts ended decisively, demonstrating the high stakes and competitive nature of the Contender Series.
Preliminary Card Highlights
- Manuel Marques vs. Cameron Else: Marques secured a first-round knockout victory over Else, earning a UFC contract. The fight ended at 2:23 of the first round.
- Jhonny Angeles vs.Muzaffar Abdullaev: Angeles defeated Abdullaev by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28), also receiving a UFC contract.
- Austen Lane vs. Richard Palacios: Lane finished Palacios via TKO in the first round (1:58), securing his place in the UFC roster.
- Thomas Paull vs. Lucas Camara: Paull earned a contract with a dominant first-round submission victory (arm-triangle choke) over Camara at 3:38.
detailed Fight Analysis
Each of the four contracted fighters displayed unique strengths and a clear desire to make a lasting impression. Marques’s power and finishing ability were on full display, while Angeles showcased his technical striking and durability. Lane’s aggressive approach and Palacios’s resilience made for a compelling clash, and Paull’s grappling prowess proved decisive.
The judges’ scorecards in the angeles vs. Abdullaev fight reflected the competitive nature of the bout, with all three judges scoring the fight in favor of Angeles, though with varying degrees of consensus. this highlights the importance of every strike and takedown in these high-pressure situations.
| Fighter | Result | Method | Round | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manuel Marques | Win | KO | 1 | 2:23 |
| Jhonny Angeles | Win | Decision (Unanimous) | 3 | |
| austen Lane | Win | TKO | 1 | 1:58 |
| Thomas Paull | Win | Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) | 1 | 3:38 |