Damian Pinas scores first-round knockout at UFC 329 after Jones' pep talk
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 11:59 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Damian Pinas achieved a first-round walk-off knockout against Cesar Almeida at UFC 329 on July 11. Pinas received a pep talk and warm-up demonstration from Jon Jones backstage prior to the fight, which he credited for his performance. Pinas is now 10-1 with all victories coming by stoppage. The event is notable for including a main event featuring Conor McGregor against Max Holloway, marking McGregor's return after a five-year hiatus.
- •Pinas improved to 10-1 with 10 stoppages.
- •Jon Jones provided a pep talk before the fight.
- •UFC 329 features Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway as the main event.
- •Pinas called out Baisangur Susurkaev following his victory.
- 11:59 PMCBS Sports — UFC 329: Damian Pinas breaks down how Jon Jones gave him an assist before thunderous walk-off knockout
"Pinas channeled a pep talk from Jones, arguably the MMA fighter of all time, into a massive finish
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