Dominick Reyes returned to the win column at UFC 327 with a closely contested split decision victory over the fan-favourite Johnny Walker.
It was a back-and-forth war that delivered the entertainment value both men are known for, but when the dust settled, it was Reyes who held firm in the championship rounds and secured the judges’ nod.
Fight Summary
Walker came out firing on all cylinders, using his deceptively long reach and unorthodox striking style to trouble Reyes in the early exchanges.
The Brazilian fan favourite looked sharp, explosive, and dangerous in bursts. However, Reyes steadied the ship in the middle rounds, using his superior boxing fundamentals and tight head movement to land the cleaner, more consistent work.
The third round proved decisive. Reyes controlled the pace with disciplined jab-and-move tactics, while Walker pushed forward looking for the big finish that would sway the scorecards. Two of the three judges credited Reyes’ consistency and accuracy enough to award him the decision.
Round-by-Round Breakdown
Round 1: Walker controlled range early with his unorthodox attacks. Reyes was cautious but landed sharp counters. Close round with Walker slightly edging it on aggression.
Round 2: Reyes settled into his rhythm and began dictating terms. His jab was effective and his combination punching was cleaner than the opening round. Reyes edges the round.
Round 3 (Final Round): Both men knew it could go either way. Reyes fought a disciplined final round, controlling distance and avoiding Walker’s power shots. Walker had moments but couldn’t land the defining blow.
Official Result
Dominick Reyes def. Johnny Walker | Split Decision | Round 3 | 5:00
What’s Next?
Reyes will look to build on this momentum and push back toward title contention after a turbulent couple of years. Walker’s explosive, highlight-reel ability continues to make him one of the most entertaining fighters on the roster — a bounce-back performance will have fans back on his side quickly.
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