UFC 308: Lerone Murphy vs. Dan Ige: Full video highlights
UFC 308 delivered an electrifying featherweight clash between Lerone Murphy and Dan Ige, with both fighters pushing the limits over three rounds. Murphy entered the octagon as a favorite, eager to cement his place in the featherweight rankings by being the first to finish Ige.
However, Ige's renowned durability and aggression made it a tough contest, as he demonstrated resilience and striking prowess against Murphy.
In the opening round, Ige came out strong, dictating the pace with effective combinations and powerful takedowns. Murphy countered with precise jabs and impressive kicks, showing his striking skills. The round concluded with Ige narrowly taking the lead after dropping Murphy and applying pressure on the ground.
The second round saw Murphy gain momentum, connecting cleanly with his jab and scoring a crucial takedown. He worked his way to full mount and unleashed ground-and-pound strikes, putting Ige on the defensive. Despite Murphy's dominance, Ige’s ability to defend kept him in the fight, and he managed to avoid a submission attempt by Murphy.
The third round highlighted both fighters’ grit, with Murphy pushing hard to secure a decisive victory. He attempted takedowns and landed significant strikes, but Ige’s stamina held firm as they grappled on the mat. In a close final exchange, Murphy’s well-timed strikes and takedown secured the round.
Ultimately, Murphy's performance was enough to earn a unanimous decision, with judges scoring the bout 29-28 in his favor. This hard-fought victory strengthens Murphy’s claim for a top-15 spot in the featherweight division, while Ige’s resilience reaffirms his status as one of the toughest competitors in the UFC.
Check out some of the fight highlights below:
Dan Ige made his way into the octagon in black:
His opponent, Lerone Murphy was in red:
Ige started the fight with some blows and a takedown:
Heading into the second round, Murphy made his adjustments to bring the fight in his favor:
The third round was a close encounter between both fighters: