UFC 299 Bonus Report: Dustin Poirier and Benoit Saint-Denis Earn FOTN Honors

Sean O'Malley dominates Marlon Vera in UFC 299 headliner, Dustin Poirier wins co-main event by knockout, seven fighters earn bonuses.

The Octagon made its return to Miami for UFC 299, featuring a stacked fourteen-bout fight card headlined by the highly anticipated rematch between Sean O'Malley and Marlon Vera. The men's bantamweight title fight was an absolute masterclass from O'Malley, who put on a striking clinic and dominated Vera throughout the twenty-five-minute affair. Despite going the distance, 'Suga' showcased his speed advantage and controlled the fight to earn a well-deserved unanimous decision victory.

In the co-main event, Dustin Poirier faced off against Benoit Saint-Denis in a thrilling lightweight bout. Saint-Denis started strong, overwhelming Poirier with strikes and grappling in the opening round. However, 'The Diamond' turned the tide in round two with a big left hand that dropped Saint-Denis, ultimately finishing him with a massive right hand to secure the victory.

Following the event, UFC officials announced seven fighters would receive performance bonuses. Dustin Poirier and Benoit Saint-Denis earned 'Fight of the Night' honors for their exciting battle, while Sean O'Malley received a bonus for his dominant performance against Marlon Vera. Jack Della Maddalena, Curtis Blaydes, Michel Pereira, and Robelis Despaigne also received bonuses for their impressive victories.

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