Bruce Buffer incorrectly announced a majority decision victory for Padilla when the scorecards actually showed a draw, with fighters only learning the real result backstage. Gable Stevenson, protégé of Jon Jones, has signed with the UFC, while Jones himself hinted at a possible return. Paulo Costa's performance revitalized his standing among MMA fans, with analysts questioning why he spent so many years cutting to middleweight when he appears just as large but more durable at light heavyweight. Fans expressed interest in seeing Costa face Prochazka in what would be an exciting matchup. Josh Hockett's performance impressed Donald Trump to the extent that he was offered a fight against Derrick Lewis on the White House lawn. Jiri Prochazka apologized for his performance and stated that showing mercy was inappropriate and that he needs to destroy that part of himself.
