Impact Maybe Judge Dave Tirelli wanted to make Buckley feel better about his performance, as we saw anything but a standard decision victory. "New Mansa" defended the first few takedown attempts with ease but simply couldn't keep his feet when faced with the relentless pressure of Brady, resulting in just four significant strikes landed over three rounds. Power, speed, and timing have been hallmarks of Buckley's rise to contendership, but this is the second consecutive fight that has seen him get absolutely rinsed by a wrestler, following his loss to Kamaru Usman in June. If he can't figure out a way to improve his takedown defense, Buckley risks becoming an afterthought in the welterweight title picture. He fell to 21-8-0 in professional MMA due to the loss.
MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE
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