UFC on ESPN 71 – Mateusz Rębecki vs Chris Duncan – Full Fight Replay Available Today

Chris Duncan pulled off one of the standout performances of the night when he faced Mateusz Rębecki at UFC on ESPN 71 on August 2, 2025, in Las Vegas. In a fight that mixed furious striking with constant grappling scrambles, Duncan’s ability to adapt under pressure turned what many thought would be a wrestling-heavy fight into a hard-earned upset.

The first round opened with Rębecki setting a furious pace. The Polish fighter used low kicks and combinations to close distance, repeatedly looking to take the fight to the ground. Duncan defended early takedown attempts while absorbing some heavy shots, showing patience and composure even as Rębecki dictated the early exchanges.

Momentum shifted during the second round. Duncan began landing sharp overhand rights and kicks that disrupted Rębecki’s rhythm, forcing the fight to remain more in striking range. He even managed to score a brief takedown of his own, showing that he could match his opponent in the grappling department.

By the final round, both fighters were fatigued but refused to slow down. Rębecki continued trying to impose his wrestling, while Duncan countered with knees, elbows, and constant forward pressure. Every scramble turned into an exchange, with Duncan’s counters landing more cleanly as the clock wound down.

After three grueling rounds, the judges scored the bout unanimously for Chris Duncan, with tallies of 29–28, 29–28, and 30–27. The win was a statement for the Scottish fighter, proving that he could withstand a grappling-heavy assault and turn it into his kind of fight through grit and smart adjustments, while Rębecki’s early dominance wasn’t enough to carry him to victory.