Roman Dolidze defeats Kevin Holland in the opening round at UFC 307.
The top middleweight contenders went head-to-head on the main card of UFC 307 from Salt Lake City, with Holland fighting up the rankings against the #10-ranked Dolidze. Holland has hung in there with some of the best fighters in the world, but he came up short again on Saturday.Holland had a great start against Dolidze, landing multiple leg kicks and tagging the Georgian with punches.
Dolidze controls Holland on the mat, landing shots from top control. Dolidze looks to change position, and in the scramble, Holland suffers a rib injury and is in visible pain. Dolidze swarms Holland, raining down punches from full mount, while Holland tries his best to defend the Georgian's offensive onslaught. The referee watches on closely as Holland covers up, taking much punishment. Holland talks to Dolidze as he gets pounded. Holland survives to see the end of the round, but the Texan isn't able to continue with his gnarly rib injury, with his corner and officials putting a stop to the contest.
Kevin Holland is under real pain due an apprent broken rib. Fight is stopped at the end of the first round
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