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Mike Malott Edges Kevin Holland in Controversial Decision in UFC Vancouver Co-Main Event

Mike Malott secured a unanimous decision victory over Kevin Holland in the co-main event of UFC Fight Night 262 at Rogers Arena on Saturday night. All three judges scored the bout 29-28 in favor of Malott, handing him the most significant victory of his professional career.

Mike Malott vs. Kevin Holland

u200bThe fight began with an unexpected delay in Round 1 when Malott landed two unintentional groin strikes on Holland. After the first low blow, referee Dan Miragliotta issued a warning and allowed Holland five minutes to recover. Holland’s attempt to continue was met with uncertainty, but the commission and officials cleared him to resume.