Nick Hein Outlasts Tae Hyun Bang In Germany

A welterweight scrap kicked off the main card of UFC Fight Night 93. Following back to back victories, Nick Hein (14-2, 1 NC) looked to extend his streak to three. Tae Hyun Bang (18-10) had other plans as a win would’ve earned him his second straight victory. In the end, it was “Sergeant” who walked

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A welterweight scrap kicked off the main card of UFC Fight Night 93. Following back to back victories, Nick Hein (14-2, 1 NC) looked to extend his streak to three. Tae Hyun Bang (18-10) had other plans as a win would’ve earned him his second straight victory.

In the end, it was “Sergeant” who walked out of the Barclaycard Arena in Hamburg, Germany with a win.

The bout was a bit of a feeling out process early on. Bang landed a leg kick about a minute in. Both fighters missed high kicks. Hein landed a left hook. Bang moved forward with strikes. Hein brought his opponent down and was in half guard. “The Supernatural” returned to his feet. Bang missed a hook. Hein had his high kick blocked as the round ended.

Bang landed a body kick early in the second round. Hein grabbed a body lock and looked to bring his opponent to the canvas. Bang was able to break free. A short right hand clipped Hein and had him slightly off balance. “Sergeant” got a quick takedown, but Bang reversed and did a judo throw. Bang connected with a body kick as Hein went for a hook to end the second stanza.

The two were active right away in the final frame. Bang was getting the better of the exchange early. Bang landed a body kick counter. A left hook caught Hein coming in. Time was called to check on a cut on the eye of Bang caused by an unintentional headbutt. The fight resumed quickly. “The Supernatural” and “Sergeant” traded shots. Hein staggered Bang momentarily. Hein ducked under a hook and got a trip briefly, but Bang stood on his feet. A left hand landed for Hein. Bang was countered by a left hand and the final horn sounded.

All three judges gave the fight to Hein.

Final Result: Nick Hein def. Tae Hyun Bang via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-28, 30-27)

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