Kelvin Gastelum ‘Embarrassed’ Following Submission Loss At UFC on ESPN+ 30

Kelvin Gastelum is disappointed in his efforts against Jack Hermansson. On July 18, Gastelum took on Hermansson in the co-main event of UFC on ESPN+ 30. Very few predicted that Hermansson would pull off a first-round submission, but that’s exactl…

Kelvin Gastelum is disappointed in his efforts against Jack Hermansson. On July 18, Gastelum took on Hermansson in the co-main event of UFC on ESPN+ 30. Very few predicted that Hermansson would pull off a first-round submission, but that’s exactly what happened. Gastelum got caught in a heel hook and was forced to tap. Kelvin […]

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UFC Fight Night Results: Deiveson Figueiredo, Rafael Fiziev Highlight Winners

First-round submissions were the theme of the night at UFC on ESPN+ 30 as three of the five main card bouts ended in that fashion, including Deiveson Figueiredo’s victory over Joseph Benavidez for the vacant flyweight title…

First-round submissions were the theme of the night at UFC on ESPN+ 30 as three of the five main card bouts ended in that fashion, including Deiveson Figueiredo’s victory over Joseph Benavidez for the vacant flyweight title…

‘Truly Embarrassed’ Kelvin Gastelum Releases Statement Following Loss To Jack Hermansson

GastelumKelvin Gastelum was understandably devastated at his most recent setback. Coming off a two-fight losing streak, Gastelum was looking to return with a bang against Jack Hermansson in the co-main event of UFC Fight Island 2 on Saturday night. However, it wasn’t to be as he was quickly submitted by Hermansson who locked in a […]

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Kelvin Gastelum was understandably devastated at his most recent setback.

Coming off a two-fight losing streak, Gastelum was looking to return with a bang against Jack Hermansson in the co-main event of UFC Fight Island 2 on Saturday night.

However, it wasn’t to be as he was quickly submitted by Hermansson who locked in a heel hook to get the first-round victory.

As a result, Gastelum now finds himself on a three-fight losing streak and at risk of dropping even further down the middleweight rankings. He didn’t take long to take to social media and put out a statement.

“Truly embarrassed guys. I’m sorry. My team, my family @UFC @danawhite @Mickmaynard2 You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so u can know who u are, what u can rise from, how u can still come out of it.”

Given that Gastelum is one of the most exciting fighters in the promotion, even a three-fight losing streak shouldn’t worry him, at least when it comes to remaining with the UFC.

However, there should definitely be cause for concern, especially after his last two performances now.

What do you think of Gastelum’s situation?

Jack Hermansson Quickly Taps Kelvin Gastelum – UFC Fight Island 2 Highlights

Jack Hermansson returned to the win column on Saturday night. Taking on Kelvin Gastelum in the co-main event of UFC Fight Island 2, Hermansson looked to take his foe down only to get reversed and end up on the bottom. Gastelum eventually got up but left his leg exposed as Hermansson grabbed on to it. […]

Jack Hermansson returned to the win column on Saturday night.

Taking on Kelvin Gastelum in the co-main event of UFC Fight Island 2, Hermansson looked to take his foe down only to get reversed and end up on the bottom.

Gastelum eventually got up but left his leg exposed as Hermansson grabbed on to it. It looked like Gastelum did enough to escape before “The Joker” locked in the heel hook to get the submission victory.

As a result, he reentered potential title contention while Gastelum has now lost three on the bounce.

You can watch the finish below:

What did you think of the finish?

UFC on ESPN+ 30 Highlights: Jack Hermansson Quickly Taps Kelvin Gastelum

Kelvin Gastelum vs. Jack Hermansson served as the co-headliner of UFC on ESPN+ 30 and it was over quickly.  The two fighters met in a middleweight bout on Saturday night (July 18, 2020) at the UFC on ESPN+ 30 event from Abu Dhabi’s Yas Islan…

Kelvin Gastelum vs. Jack Hermansson served as the co-headliner of UFC on ESPN+ 30 and it was over quickly.  The two fighters met in a middleweight bout on Saturday night (July 18, 2020) at the UFC on ESPN+ 30 event from Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island aka Fight Island. They came out in round one and […]

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Jack Hermansson Finds Heel Hook Submission Victory Over Kelvin Gastelum- UFC Fight Island 2 Results

HermanssonIn the Co-Main event, we will see a match-up between two ranked Middleweights fighting to stay in title contention. With both Jack Hermansson and Kevlin Gastelum coming off losses, getting this victory is going to be very important in working their way back to the title. Round 1: Gastelum opens the action pressuring Hermansson to […]

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In the Co-Main event, we will see a match-up between two ranked Middleweights fighting to stay in title contention. With both Jack Hermansson and Kevlin Gastelum coming off losses, getting this victory is going to be very important in working their way back to the title.

Round 1: Gastelum opens the action pressuring Hermansson to the cage, Hermansson circles away throwing front kicks to keep Gastelum off him. Gastelum throws a flurry of punches forcing Hermansson to shoot for takedown that is reversed by Gastelum who ends up on top. Hermansson attacks the leg, finding a submission via heel hook.

OFFICIAL RESULT: Jack Hermansson def. Kelvin Gastelum, SUB (Heel Hook) 1:18, R1