It didn’t come easy, but Kelvin Gastelum picked up a signature win after three thrilling rounds with Ronaldo Souza . The middleweight bout was the co-main event of today’s UFC 224 show at Jeunesse Arena in Rio de Janeiro. It aired on pay-per-view following prelims on FX and UFC Fight Pass. Souza made it clear he was looking for the takedown early, though Gastelum showed solid defense to remain upright at the start. However, Souza then went for the leg, using the ensuing scramble to drag Gastelum to the floor. Once there, Souza’s top game was heavy, pinning Gastelum down and advancing to mount.
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UFC 224 results: Kelvin Gastelum edges Ronaldo Souza in thrilling three-rounder – MMA Junkie