Fight Highlights: Brian Ortega vs. Aljamain Sterling
Watch the full fight video highlights of the catchweight bout between Brian Ortega and Aljamain Sterling from UFC Shanghai on Saturday morning, thanks to various sources.
Event Details
The UFC Shanghai took place on August 23 at the Shanghai Indoor Stadium in Shanghai, China. Brian Ortega (16-5, 1 no-contest) faced Aljamain Sterling (25-5) as the co-main event, which was broadcasted live on ESPN+.
Official Result
Aljamain Sterling defeated Brian Ortega by unanimous decision with scores of 50-45 across the board.
Round-by-Round Breakdown
The fight began with both fighters being cautious, exchanging a few jabs without any significant connections. Sterling landed some solid leg kicks, with one sending Ortega to the ground briefly. Sterling’s striking was on point, dominating the first round as Ortega struggled to land effective shots.
As Round 2 commenced, Sterling continued to outstrike Ortega significantly. Despite Ortega trying to increase his activity, he remained unable to find his rhythm as Sterling consistently found success with his jabs and kicks, further widening the scoring gap.
Round 3 mirrored the previous rounds, with Sterling maintaining control through effective striking. Ortega aimed to engage more, scoring some hits, but Sterling answered with strikes that further created an imbalance in the fight.
Heading into the later rounds, Ortega faced mounting pressure and needed a strong finish to turn the tide. However, Sterling’s continued dominance, marked by increased aggression and efficiency, suggested a clear path to victory. The judges scored the fight 50-45 in favor of Sterling, asserting his competitive edge throughout.
