
Canada’s John (The Bull) Makdessi loses by decision on undercard of UFC 293
SYDNEY, Australia — Canadian lightweight John (The Bull) Makdessi lost by decision to Australian Jamie Mullarkey on the UFC 293 undercard on Saturday night.
All three judges scored it 29-28 for Makdessi, who looked shocked with the verdict.
Makdessi (18-9-0) improved as the fight wore on after a strong start by Mullarkey, who was close to a 3-to-1 favourite. And his crisp striking took a toll on the Aussie in the third round.
“John Makdessi is a tough son of a gun,” said Mullarkey. “He’s an absolute veteran.”