The main event of UFC 283 in Brazil saw Brazil’s own Glover Teixeira taking on Jamahal Hall for the UFC light heavyweight championship. The match was hyped up by fans and fighters all around the world. Moreover, the fight delivered as promised and the fighters kept the fans on their toes. However, the crowd was disappointed to see their native fighter lose the match. The 43-year-old put on a resilient performance nevertheless and gathered respect from fans and fighters all around the world.
Fans react as Jamahal Hill defeats Glover Teixeira in Brazil
The fight went according to Jamahal Hill’s plan. The American fighter put on relentless pressure right from the first round. Teixeria was on the back foot as he could not handle the pace and pressure of ‘Sweet Dreams’. However, the Brazilian managed to survive each and every round of the fight.
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All five rounds were similar and it was an easy score for the judges. There were a lot of moments in the match where Hill could have finished the fight but Teixeria hung on. Moreover, Hill was impressed by the toughness that the Brazilian showed all through out the match.
The match went to the judges’ scorecard for decision and Jamahal Hill came out victorious after a 50-45 scoreline. ‘Sweet dreams’ entered his dreamland of his own after the fight. Teixeira could be seen as disappointed with his performance but proving to be a class act yet again.
The fans and fighters have even more respect for Teixeira after the bout. Also, members from the MMA community joined in to congratulate Jamahal Hill for his victory.
What a fight…I don’t think anyone saw this fight going the distance! He looked great all around. Special moment for Hill! #ufc283
— Wonderboy (@WonderboyMMA) January 22, 2023
.@gloverteixeira is a f**king inspiration. Congrats @JamahalH 👏 #UFC283
— Henry Cejudo (@HenryCejudo) January 22, 2023
One of the best to ever do it at Light Heavyweight! #UFC283
— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) January 22, 2023
My man got 6 kids! Hill making sure they eat!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 What a step up performance against the always tough, skilled, and durable Glover Teixeira. #UFC283
— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) January 22, 2023
Glover Teixeira signals to the crowd that no popcorn or drinks will be thrown at Jamahal Hill as he exits. He says they'll walk out together. #UFC283
— Nolan King (@mma_kings) January 22, 2023
Jamahal Hill becomes the first fighter from Dana White’s Contender Series to win a UFC title!!!#UFC283 pic.twitter.com/qhWyf9UqyG
— Alex Behunin (@AlexBehunin) January 22, 2023
Hell of a story @JamahalH and on short notice. Probably not a better feeling in the world than what him and his family are feeling right now. #UFC283
— Justin Gaethje 🇺🇸 (@Justin_Gaethje) January 22, 2023
Jamahal Hill AND NEWWWWW #UFC283 pic.twitter.com/LrmyWvVoBK
— Spinnin Backfist (@SpinninBackfist) January 22, 2023
Good Work Kid @JamahalH You Earned It🥇 Stay Focused 📈 Excellent Effort @gloverteixeira Nothing But Respect Sir 🙏 @ufc 🥊💨🍃 -CSO- 🇺🇸🏆🇲🇽 # TakesBallsToDpWhatWeDo 🥋@espnmma pic.twitter.com/3z5q2mtgC5
— Tony Ferguson (@TonyFergusonXT) January 22, 2023
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Congratulations to both men in the main event. What a sport this is!
— The Diamond (@DustinPoirier) January 22, 2023
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What do you think about Jamahal Hill’s performance? Do you think he will be a dominant champion? Or do you predict another twist in the light heavyweight division? Also, were you impressed by Glover Teixeria’s resilience?
