UFC 287 Results: Kevin Holland Vs Santiago Ponzinibbio Full Match & Winner

A Welterweight bout between Kevin Holland and Santiago Ponzinibbio takes place on April 8, 2023, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, United States.

UFC 287 Results: Kevin Holland Vs Santiago Ponzinibbio Full Match Highlights

ROUND 1:

Ponzinibbio and Holland continue to exchange kicks and jabs. Ponzinibbio's calf kicks are landing with increasing frequency, but Holland is responding with kicks of his own. Both fighters are still feeling each other out. As the round progresses, Ponzinibbio becomes more aggressive, attempting to close the distance and engage in exchanges. However, Holland is content to stay on the outside and circle away. Ponzinibbio manages to land a few punches, but Holland defends well and limits his own offense.

With 10 seconds left in the round, Ponzinibbio catches one of Holland's kicks. They both start swinging, but Holland lands a backhand that drops Ponzinibbio. Despite still moving, that moment likely cost Ponzinibbio the round. The crowd is on their feet in shock. It's clear that both fighters have a lot of respect for each other's skills and are taking a patient approach to the fight. Ponzinibbio's low kicks are proving to be effective, but Holland is finding success with his own strikes. The backhand at the end of the round was a game-changer, and both fighters will need to adjust their game plans going forward.

ROUND 2:

Holland continues to push forward, using his jab to set up his offense. Ponzinibbio responds with more low kicks, hoping to slow Holland down.



Ponzinibbio appears to be waiting for a big counter opportunity, but Holland's defense is too strong. However, Holland is becoming more aggressive and throwing more strikes. Ponzinibbio lands a spinning elbow after catching one of Holland's kicks, but it doesn't seem to faze Holland. Holland continues to use his jab effectively while Ponzinibbio tries to chop at his leg.

Holland drops his hands and starts marching forward, causing Ponzinibbio to land a right hand but also allowing Holland to land a left that visibly rocks Ponzinibbio. Ponzinibbio then grabs a clinch, but it doesn't lead to much. As the round continues, Ponzinibbio tries to regain the momentum with aggression, but Holland is able to counter with good strikes. By the end of the round, Ponzinibbio is bleeding from the bridge of his nose.

ROUND 3: Ponzinibbio's corner advised him that the third round is typically his best round, which he may need if he wants a chance to win. Meanwhile, Holland spent his time engaging with people in the audience. At the start of the third round, Ponzinibbio takes the initiative and lands a couple of good low kicks. Holland, on the other hand, is being more cautious now.



Ponzinibbio feints and connects with a left hook, followed by a low kick that visibly hurts Holland's left leg. However, Holland responds by pushing forward. Despite this, Ponzinibbio manages to push Holland back and takes the lead while Holland switches stances.

Ponzinibbio is having great success this round, landing kicks to the leg and hands up top. He commits more to the leg kicks, causing Holland's knee to almost buckle on one occasion. Ponzinibbio targets both legs whenever Holland switches stances. Holland appears to have lost most of his power due to Ponzinibbio's attack. But suddenly, Ponzinibbio becomes careless, and Holland capitalizes on this by throwing a powerful punch that catches Ponzinibbio right on the jab. Ponzinibbio falls face-first, and the referee steps in as Holland follows up with another shot. The impact is tremendous.

UFC 287 Results: Kevin Holland Vs Santiago Ponzinibbio Match Winner

WINNER: Kevin Holland via KO (punch) RD 3, 3:16

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