3 things you missed from UFC Fight Night 138: Moncton

UFC Fight Night 138 was one of those events which no one had really talked about going into the show, but by the time the show was done, it left the fans buzzing.

The main card was extremely interesting and had moments which were talked about by the fans as social media exploded after the event. The main event made sure to do the unexpected, and the one who came out after the event as the winner was Anthony Smith, somehow defeating the extreme favourite, Volkan Oezdemir.

The rest of the card had some big moments, with Michael Johnson managing a win in an extremely hard-hitting co-headliner fight against Artem Lobov, after having taken the fight without prior notice.

Also read: Main Card and Undercard results from the night

However, throughout the night there were some moments which were overlooked amidst everything that happened.

In this article, we will look at three things which you probably missed from last night's UFC Fight Night. The show was an immense one by itself, and these events deserve attention as well.

#3. Arjan Bhullar makes winning comeback

Indo-Canadian fighter, Arjan Bhullar made his return to the Octagon for the first time since his submission loss. His return to the Octagon was an extremely successful one, as he was able to make it back to winning ways.

He faced Marcelo Golm in a hard-hitting bout, which was tucked away safely in the Early Preliminary Card. He was able to take on, and defeat Golm.

Although initially disconcerted by the low kicks on his lead leg by Golm, he went on to win the bout without much problem, when one of these kicks by Golm hit him on his shinbone. Golm's foot looked damaged, and Bhullar was able to take advantage and get a win for both Canada and India.

#2. Ed Herman's Decision Loss

Directly in the middle of the main card was the fight between Ed Herman and Gian Villante.

The fight was one of the more evenly contested bouts, with both fighters getting a number of takedowns and attacks which disconcerted the other.

Herman looked more dominant for large parts of the fight. Again and again, it looked like things were over for Villante, who was cut open by Herman's shots.

However, every time that Herman hit him, Villante came back with some quick shots or counterattacks. As a result, the two kept hitting each other throughout, and though Herman was able to cut open Villante badly, there was no point where he was able to knock Villante out.

In the end, however, to Ed Herman's vocal displeasure, it was Villante who was given the win via Split Decision.

Herman made sure to congratulate his opponent, but at the same time questioned the judges' decision.

#1. The Respect And Attitude

In obvious contrast to UFC 229, UFC Fight Night 138 was all about respect while UFC 229's main event's end had been complemented by a brawl, which was the perfect representation of the disrespect and disdain those two fighters had for each other.

On the opposite end of the spectrum was UFC Fight Night 138. Each fighter respected his opponent and showed an obvious interest in the other's well being. Fists were bumped, hugs and well-wishes were exchanged after each fight.

On top of that, Artem Lobov promised that he would return the 20% of Michael Johnson's purse which he was to be given as a result of Johnson failing to make weight for their bout. While Lobov lost, and only the future will show whether he lives up to his promise, the gesture was one which fans looked upon warmly.

Are there any other moments from UFC Fight Night 138 that you felt were not easily observed? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.

Edited by Arvind Sriram

3 things you missed from UFC Fight Night 138: Moncton - 'Oezdemir vs. Smith'

#3. Arjan Bhullar makes winning comeback

#2. Ed Herman's Decision Loss

#1. The Respect And Attitude