The decision did not seem to disappoint the athletes, who exchanged praise at the end of the fight. But according to the numbers, the New Zealander landed more blows, 184 against 137, he also connected the most hard-hitting attacks, 103 against 97 and managed two takedowns.
On the other hand, the Brazilian managed to maintain regularity during the fight. Pezão had an advantage in attempted attacks, successful and blunt blows in rounds one, two and four, only having a disadvantage in rounds three and five.
To resolve any doubts about who was the winner, the SUPER FIGHTS prepared an infographic with the athletes' performance. Click here and access the infographic