Gregory Rodrigues Leaves UFC Sacramento in a Wheelchair Despite Beating Anthony Hernandez
Rodrigues earned all three scorecards after five rounds, while Hernandez pressed for a finish in a bout with middleweight implications.
- On Saturday, Gregory Rodrigues defeated Anthony Hernandez via unanimous decision at UFC Sacramento's main event, securing victory after 25 minutes at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.
- Hernandez entered the bout ranked in the middleweight division, while Rodrigues sat at No. 11. The American fighter initiated grappling early, pinning the Brazilian against the fence from the start.
- After 25 minutes of action, judges scored all three cards in favor of the Brazilian, who landed effective leg kicks throughout the bout. Rodrigues chopped down Hernandez's legs, forcing the American fighter to the ground repeatedly.
- Both fighters sustained severe injuries requiring assistance. Rodrigues required a wheelchair for post-fight media obligations at the Golden 1 Center, while Hernandez relied on crutches, indicating the toll of leg-focused combat.
- Rodrigues now holds a 7-1 record in his last eight fights, positioning him for top-tier matchups. Hernandez faces a difficult path to contention after the loss, requiring another significant victory to rebuild his standing.
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