Jordan Leavitt earned a clear decision victory over Yadier Del Valle after dropping to featherweight at UFC Houston.
The experienced American controlled much of the three-round contest and secured his second straight win.
Del Valle entered the fight unbeaten and with two quick UFC submissions.
He struggled to deal with Leavitt’s grappling and positional control.
Leavitt dictated the pace and limited his opponent’s offence throughout.
In the final seconds, however, a strange incident drew attention.
While in a grounded position, Leavitt briefly slapped Del Valle’s backside, creating a viral moment.
The gesture divided fans and overshadowed an otherwise routine performance.
Some supporters criticised both fighters and the bout’s quality on social media.
Despite the reaction, Leavitt continues his momentum in a new weight class and moves forward with another win.
