Derrick Lewis faced yet another setback in his grappling skills during his fight against Jailton Almeida at UFC Fight Night 231. Unfortunately for Lewis, he could not withstand Almeida’s dominant control on the ground over the course of five rounds. While Lewis managed to survive until the end, he ultimately lost via unanimous decision in the main event held at Ginasio Do Ibirapuera in Sao Paulo.
This defeat marks Lewis’ fourth loss in his last five fights and raises questions about his future in the sport. For more insights on what’s next for the 38-year-old fighter after UFC Fight Night 231, watch the video above.
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(Also see: Mick Maynard’s Shoes: What’s next for Jailton Almeida after UFC Fight Night 231 win?)
UFC Fight Night 231 Ceremonial Weigh-ins
Featuring Jhenny Andrade
UFC Fight Night 231 Ceremonial Weigh-ins
Featuring Luciana Andrade
UFC Fight Night 231 Ceremonial Weigh-ins
UFC Fight Night 231 Ceremonial Weigh-ins
UFC Fight Night 231 Ceremonial Weigh-ins
Derrick Lewis
Derrick Lewis
Derrick Lewis
Derrick Lewis
Derrick Lewis
Jailton Almeida
Jailton Almeida
Jailton Almeida
Jailton Almeida
Jailton Almeida vs. Derrick Lewis
Jailton Almeida vs. Derrick Lewis
Jailton Almeida vs. Derrick Lewis
Jailton Almeida vs. Derrick Lewis
Derrick Lewis
Jailton Almeida
Jailton Almeida
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao Paulo- Almeida vs Lewis
November 4, 2023; Sao Paulo, Brazil; A breathtaking view of Ibirapuera Arena during the UFC Fight Night. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports.
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao Paulo- Almeida vs Lewis
November 4, 2023; Sao Paulo, Brazil; An overall view of Ibirapuera Arena during the UFC Fight Night. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports.
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao Paulo- Almeida vs Lewis
November 4, 2023; Sao Paulo, Brazil; An overall view of Ibirapuera Arena during the UFC Fight Night. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports.
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao Paulo- Almeida vs Lewis
November 4, 2023; Sao Paulo, Brazil; An overall view of Ibirapuera Arena during the UFC Fight Night. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports.
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao Paulo- Almeida vs Lewis
November 4, 2023; Sao Paulo, Brazil; An overall view of Ibirapuera Arena during the UFC Fight Night. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports.
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao Paulo- Almeida vs Lewis
November 4, 2023; Sao Paulo, Brazil; An overall view of Ibirapuera Arena during the UFC Fight Night. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports.
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao Paulo- Almeida vs Lewis
November 4, 2023; Sao Paulo, Brazil; An overall view of Ibirapuera Arena during the UFC Fight Night. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports.
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao Paulo- Almeida vs Lewis
November 4, 2023; Sao Paulo, Brazil; An overall view of Ibirapuera Arena during the UFC Fight Night. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports.
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao Paulo- Almeida vs Lewis
November 4, 2023; Sao Paulo, Brazil; Derrick Lewis (blue gloves) prepares to fight Jailton Almeida (not pictured) during UFC Fight Night at Ibirapuera Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports.
MMA: UFC Fight Night – Sao…
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