Kamaru Usman turned in a vintage performance against upstart Emil Meek , using his grappling and ground and pound to earn a decision. It wasn’t the highlight-reel affair Usman (12-1 MMA, 7-0 UFC)wanted to convince UFC executives he’s ready for a title shot. But after 15 minutes, he outpointed Meek (9-3 MMA, 2-0 UFC), and picked up his seventh straight UFC win. The welterweight bout was part of the main card of today’s UFC Fight Night 124 event at Scottrade Center in St. Louis. It aired on FS1 following prelims on FS1 and UFC Fight Pass.
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UFC Fight Night 124 results: Kamaru Usman outwrestles Emil Meek to stay perfect in UFC – MMA Junkie