Bruce Buffer incorrectly announced the result of a fight, declaring a majority decision victory for Padilla when the scorecards actually showed a draw. The fighters only learned the actual result in the back area. In other news, Olympic wrestler Gable Steveson, a protégé of Jon Jones, has signed a contract with the UFC, with Jones also hinting at a potential return. Paulo Costa's move to light heavyweight has been praised, with observers questioning why he stayed at middleweight for so long. A potential matchup between Costa and Jiri Prochazka is being discussed as an exciting possibility. Josh Tukhugov's performance impressed President Trump and earned him a fight with Derrick Lewis at the White House lawn.
