Sergio Pettis had too many weapons for Chris Kelades.
Crisp counterpunching, timely takedowns and some effective work in the clinch spurred Pettis to a unanimous decision over Chris Kelades at UFC 197 “Jones vs. St. Preux” on Saturday at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. All three judges arrived at the same conclusion, striking 30-27 scorecards for Pettis (14-2, 5-2 UFC).
Kelades (9-3, 2-2 UFC) remained aggressive and pressed forward throughout the bout but lacked the necessary firepower to give the Roufusport star pause. Pettis struck beautifully from the outside and secured takedowns in the first and third rounds.