In the main event of UFC Vegas 105, Lerone Murphy successfully navigated a fight against a powerful puncher, emerging from the octagon in good condition.
Murphy dictated the pace for all five rounds against experienced featherweight contender Josh Emmett. While the fight lacked high-action moments, it highlighted Murphy`s dominant performance. Emmett, known for his knockout power, was unable to land any significant blows. As a result, Murphy out-struck and outworked Emmett, leading to a unanimous decision victory.
With this win, Murphy extends his winning streak to eight fights, matching Movsar Evloev for the longest active win streak in the UFC featherweight division. Considering his draw in his UFC debut, Murphy holds an undefeated streak of nine fights, the longest among all active fighters in the 145-pound weight class.
Following his victory, Murphy expressed his ambition for a title shot or a fight against a top 5 ranked opponent. While it`s uncertain how significantly this professional performance will elevate his standing with UFC matchmakers, his fellow fighters were clearly impressed by his win.
