A comprehensive recap of UFC 327 highlights several notable moments from the event. Bruce Buffer made another announcing error, declaring a majority decision for Padilla when the scorecards actually showed a draw, with fighters only learning the real result backstage. Gable Steveson, protégé of Jon Jones, officially signed with the UFC, with Jones also hinting at his own potential return. Paulo Costa's performance impressed fans and President Trump, earning him a resurgence in popularity after moving to light heavyweight where he maintains size advantages without the extreme weight cuts. The Reyes-Walker bout was surprisingly the most boring fight of the night. Josh Hockett's performance impressed Trump enough to earn him a bout with Derrick Lewis at the White House lawn, though this appears to be commentary rather than confirmed fact.
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