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Jeremiah Wells secures comeback victory at UFC 330

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 5:57 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Jeremiah Wells secures comeback victory at UFC 330

Summary

At UFC 330, Jeremiah Wells achieved a remarkable comeback by defeating Myktybek Orolbai in the opening bout. Wells was trailing 20-18 on all judges' cards before finishing Orolbai with a ninja choke in the third round, claiming a Performance of the Night bonus of $100,000. Following the fight, Wells expressed gratitude for his support and shared his journey from stagehand to UFC fighter. This win marks his second consecutive victory in the Octagon. After the match, Wells expressed his desire for a top-15 opponent, stating he might reconsider his future in the sport if he does not receive one.

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By the Numbers

•Wells was losing before finishing Orolbai in round three.
•He received a $100,000 bonus for his performance.
•Wells aims to fight a top-15 opponent next.
•This win is his second straight in the UFC.
•Wells transitioned from stagehand to UFC fighter.

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UFC welterweight veteran Jeremiah Wells reacted to his epic comeback win over Myktybek Orolbai in the opening bout at UFC 330.Wells was losing 20-18 on all three judges’ scorecards and needed a finish in the third round to pull off a massive upset as a +700 underdog.The Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, native did just that when he […] The post Jeremiah Wells Reacts to Epic Comeback Win at UFC 330 appeared first on HEAVY.
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