RAC Arena in Perth, Australia, hosted one of the most thrilling UFC events of the year with UFC 305, where the main card lived up to the hype. The night was headlined by Dricus Du Plessis, who successfully defended his middleweight title against former champion Israel Adesanya. Du Plessis secured a victory in the fourth round via rear-naked choke, retaining his title and further solidifying his dominance in the division.
The co-main event featured Kai Kara-France, who wasted no time asserting his position in the flyweight division by delivering a first-round TKO against Steve Erceg. Kara-France's powerful left hand set the tone early, leading to an emotional win that may propel him into title contention.
In one of the night’s most debated decisions, Dan Hooker edged out Mateusz Gamrot in a closely contested battle, securing a split decision victory. Meanwhile, Jairzinho Rozenstruik earned a surprising split decision win over Tai Tuivasa in a heavyweight clash that saw both fighters have their moments, though Rozenstruik’s technical striking ultimately swayed the judges in his favor.
Carlos Prates continued his impressive rookie campaign by knocking out veteran Li Jingliang with a devastating left hand in the second round, marking his third UFC win of the year and establishing himself as a rising star in the welterweight division.
On the preliminary card, Valter Walker secured a last-minute technical submission against Junior Tafa, joining his brother Johnny Walker as a victorious fighter in the UFC. The submission capped off a series of intense preliminary fights that set the stage for the main card.
With a night full of high-stakes battles and unforgettable finishes, UFC 305 will be remembered as a standout event in 2024, showcasing the depth of talent in the UFC and setting the stage for future marquee matchups.
