Torrez Finney Calls UFC Debut Performance a 'Dud' Despite Win

Torrez Finney's UFC Debut: Grappling with Criticism After Vegas 105 Win

Explore Torrez Finney's UFC debut at Vegas 105, his gritty win over Robert Valentin, and his reflections on criticism, the importance of winning, and future in the UFC middleweight division. The post Torrez Finney’s UFC Debut: Grappling with Criticism After Vegas 105 Win first appeared on MMA UK.

Torrez Finney On Lackluster UFC Debut: 'I'd Rather Have An Ugly W Than Good L'

Despite some backlash to his performance, Torrez Finney insists he accomplished the most important thing in his UFC debut

Securing victory in his UFC debut is the dream of any fighter, but the undefeated Torrez Finney has to face a nightmarish reaction to his performance. After three wins in Dana White's Contender Series, Finney (11-0 MMA, 1-0 UFC) finally had a chance to compete in the UFC. His first split decision victory against Robert Valentin is one he wants to leave behind as soon as possible. “I prefer an ugly victory to a positive defeat... First, we had a …

Torrez Finney Calls UFC Debut Performance a 'Dud' Despite Win

UFC fighter Torrez Finney secured a split decision win against Robert Valentin in his debut at UFC on ESPN 65, but felt underwhelmed by his performance. Despite being confident in his grappling, Finney acknowledged missed opportunities throughout the match, expressing disappointment at his output—only four significant strikes in 15 minutes. He described the fight as a "dud" and shared his intent to improve, recognizing both the significance of t…

Fighter Dana White rejected twice sets unwanted UFC record in ‘dud’ debut win

Torrez Finney set an unwanted striking record in his promotional debut win after Dana White rejected him twice on the Contender Series.