In a classic battle of striker against grappler, the former got the nod after three rounds at UFC 247. With great accuracy in his strikers, Dan Ige managed to pick up an important split decision victory against a game Mirsad Bektic in Houston, Texas. On Twitter, pro fighters reacted to the bout.
Ige on Fire right now! Bektic can’t seem to find his range to get his striking combinations going. Seems to be waiting or a bit hesitant. RD 1 Dan Ige#UFC247
— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) February 9, 2020
It’s so funny how Rogan argues with Cruz about everything Cruz - it’ll blow his arms out
Rogan- really it’ll be more his back and neck— Sam Alvey (@smilensam) February 9, 2020Now that 3rd RD was close!