Brandon Royval submits Lone'er Kavanagh at UFC 329

Brandon Royval submitted Lone'er Kavanagh in the third round during UFC 329 in Las Vegas. The bout showcased a back-and-forth encounter, with Royval initially establishing a quicker pace, while Kavanagh delivered a notable knockdown in the second round. As the fight progressed, Royval managed to secure a rear-naked choke, forcing Kavanagh to tap out just before losing consciousness. Post-fight, Royval, currently ranked No. 4 in the flyweight division, called out Asu Almabayev for a future matchup. Kavanagh's loss complicates his standing in a rapidly changing flyweight that includes rising contenders and champions.

• 2:36 AMCBS Sports — UFC 329 results, highlights: Brandon Royval submits Lone'er Kavangh in three-round thriller