Dominick Cruz scored an impressive unanimous decision victory over bitter rival Urijah Faber in the co-main event of yesterday’s UFC 199 fight card in Los Angeles.
Cruz was able to utilize his excellent footwork and head movement to frustrate Faber for the majority of the fight. “The Dominator” dropped Urijah in the bouts second-round but was unable to finish “The California Kid”.
Here is how the pros reacted to Cruz’s impressive victory:
And that's why Cruz is the best in this division. Always a learning experience to watch him perform. #UFC199
— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) June 5, 2016
#andstill Cruz kept with the movement. 2 nice takedowns in rd 5. Faber showed his butt crack 50-45 #UFC199
— Sarah Kaufman (@mmasarah) June 5, 2016
Whether @UrijahFaber retires or keeps fighting, I'm always a fan and respect his humbleness win or lose
— Sarah Kaufman (@mmasarah) June 5, 2016
Cruz definitely has a jacked up right hand. Throwing about 15 lefts for every right. #UFC199
— Joe Lauzon (@JoeLauzon) June 5, 2016
Cruz brings too much movement, too much confusion & is now bringing power with him. Yikes! DOM-ination #UFC199
— Kenny Florian (@kennyflorian) June 5, 2016
Still the man. Living legend @UrijahFaber
— Joseph Benavidez (@JoeJitsu) June 5, 2016
Cruz one of the best to ever do it.
— Joseph Benavidez (@JoeJitsu) June 5, 2016
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