Thickness edges Morales despite knockdown in back-and-forth battle

Colby Thickness defeated Vince Morales by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) at UFC Perth in an eventful fight. Thickness attempted four submission attempts in the first round, showcasing his grappling prowess. However, he suffered a knockdown in the third round before recovering to secure the victory. The win improves Thickness to 9-1 overall and marks his second consecutive UFC victory. For Morales (16-11), this represents his fourth consecutive loss since returning to the UFC in 2024.