Dominick Reyes edged Johnny Walker by split decision in a quiet, close fight at UFC 327. The crowd voiced its displeasure after the final bell as the judges handed Reyes the win.
Fight summary
Expectations were for a fast, exciting finish, but the fight went the full three rounds. Walker started well, using heavy leg kicks in the first round. Reyes stayed patient and tried to use his range and timing to land strong shots from distance.
In the second round Reyes increased his pressure. He raised his punching volume and added body kicks. The third round lacked urgency from both men, and they traded light, ineffective shots until the final horn.
Judges and crowd reaction
The judges returned a split decision. Two judges scored the fight 29-28 for Reyes. The third judge scored it 29-28 for Walker. Fans in the arena booed when Reyes had his hand raised.
What this means for each fighter
Reyes has now won four of his last five fights. He had entered UFC 327 coming off a knockout loss to Carlos Ulberg at UFC Perth last September.
Walker is now winless in four of his last five fights. He had last won by a second-round finish of Zhang Mingyang at UFC Shanghai last August.
Quick results
| Fighter | Recent Result |
|---|---|
| Dominick Reyes | Split decision win (two judges 29-28) |
| Johnny Walker | Split decision loss (one judge 29-28) |
The bout was one of the more talked-about fights on the UFC 327 card because fans expected fireworks. Instead, both fighters left with mixed nights — Reyes a close winner, Walker still searching for consistent form.
