Ailin Perez awarded controversial decision win over Norma Dumont at UFC Vegas 121

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Ailin Perez awarded controversial decision win over Norma Dumont at UFC Vegas 121

Summary

Ailin Perez faced Norma Dumont at UFC Vegas 121 on September 28, 2026, and emerged victorious by a contentious decision. The bout featured a series of clinches and limited action, resulting in Perez being declared the winner with judges scoring 29-28 in her favor. Kevin Vallejos supported the decision, arguing that Perez's performance warranted the win, while Dumont expressed her frustration on social media, now facing a two-fight losing streak. With this victory, Perez extends her winning streak to seven, highlighted as one of the longest in UFC women's bantamweight history.

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By the Numbers

•The fight was part of UFC Vegas 121 on September 28, 2026.
•Judges scored the fight 29-28 for Perez, despite controversy.
•Vallejos backed Perez's win and called for a title shot.
•Dumont criticized the ruling, now on a two-fight skid.
•Perez's victory extends her winning streak to seven fights.

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