UFC on ESPN 69: Phil Rowe vs Ange Loosa

Under the gleaming lights in Atlanta’s State Farm Arena, Phil Rowe delivered an electric and emotional comeback against Ange Loosa at UFC on ESPN 69 on June 14, 2025. What began as a one-sided affair swiftly turned into one of the night’s most thrilling finishes.

Loosa, a grappling-heavy Swiss prospect, dominated the early rounds with impressive takedowns and relentless top control. He consistently grounded Rowe against the cage, landing short punches and maintaining positional dominance, clearly building a lead on the scorecards through two rounds. Rowe, known for his finishing power, struggled to create space and was forced to defend from his back for extended periods.

Heading into the third round, Loosa appeared to be coasting toward a decision victory—until fatigue began to set in. With just under a minute left in the final round, Rowe exploded into action. Capitalizing on Loosa’s slower movement, Rowe turned up the volume, unleashing a barrage of punches and knees that pinned Loosa against the fence. The sequence was as brutal as it was precise—Rowe landed multiple unanswered shots, including a series of right hands that snapped Loosa’s head back repeatedly.

Referee Brent McKeehan watched closely as Loosa absorbed strike after strike without meaningful defense. Finally, at 4:03 of Round 3, the referee stepped in to stop the fight, awarding Rowe a dramatic third-round TKO victory—just moments before the final horn.

The comeback stunned fans and commentators alike, with many calling it one of the most exciting finishes of the night. Rowe’s victory snapped a two-fight losing streak and improved his UFC record to 4–3 (11–5 overall), reaffirming his status as a dangerous and resilient finisher in the welterweight division. For Loosa, it was a heartbreaking loss after two rounds of dominance—a clear reminder that in MMA, one moment can change everything.

This win not only kept Rowe’s UFC run alive but reignited intrigue around his future, proving once again that his power and persistence make him a constant threat until the very end.