The UFC 299 preliminary card headliner lived up to the hype, delivering a thrilling comeback victory for Curtis “Razor” Blaydes (17-4-1) against the surging Jailton “Malhadinho” Almeida (17-2).

Almeida, riding a 15-fight winning streak, entered the fight as the heavy favorite. The Brazilian jiu-jitsu specialist wasted no time showcasing his grappling prowess, dominating the first round with relentless takedowns. Blaydes, known for his wrestling and grinding style, struggled to get off his back but weathered the early storm.

The tide began to turn in the second round. Blaydes started finding his footing, stuffing Almeida’s takedown attempts and landing punches in the clinch. A pivotal moment came when Almeida shot for another takedown, but Blaydes sprawled perfectly and unleashed a flurry of hammerfists. A visibly hurt Almeida turtled up, forcing the referee to stop the contest at 3:36 of the second round.

This win was a much-needed bounce back for Blaydes, who suffered a knockout loss to Sergei Pavlovich in his previous outing. The victory solidifies his position as a top contender in the heavyweight division and keeps him in the title picture.

For Almeida, this marks his first loss since 2018. Despite the setback, his impressive grappling skills were undeniable. He will likely look to rebound and continue his climb up the heavyweight ranks.

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Key Takeaways:

• Curtis Blaydes showed his resilience with a come-from-behind TKO victory.
• Jailton Almeida’s dominance in the first round was a testament to his grappling ability.
• The heavyweight division remains one of the most exciting in the UFC, with Blaydes and Almeida both playing significant roles.