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UFC 139: Henderson vs. Rua Fight Metric Breakdown

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Last nights UFC 139 main event was an epic match-up and possibly one that will be recognized as Fight of the Year. Many people however believe that the fight between Dan Henderson and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua was scored incorrectly. MMA’s best media sources and fans alike thought that the fight ended in a draw. They saw it like this… Rounds 1-3 Henderson, Round 4 10-9 Rua and Round 5 10-8 Rua which would make it a draw, however all three judges scored the fight 48-47 in favor of Henderson.

Here is a breakdown of striking by FightMetric.com, you make the decision of who you thought won based on these numbers.




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Jeremy Brand is an experienced MMA writer and columnist. He is the founder of MMASucka.com, and has represented the company with media credentials at many mixed martial arts fights. Jeremy is also a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, training in BC, Canada.

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