UFC Vegas 109: Steve Erceg vs. Ode Osbourne: Live round-by-round updates 

Steve Erceg returns to the APEX looking to halt a three-fight skid against high-caliber opposition.

Losses to the reigning champ Alexandre Pantoja, Kai Kara-France, and Brandon Moreno have slowed down his rise. However, the Australian remains sharp, disciplined, and dangerous when he finds his rhythm. His last win came in the same venue, and a strong showing here could reset his momentum.

Meanwhile, his opponent, Ode Osbourne, steps in with confidence after stopping Luis Gurule in April, snapping a rough run of his own. Fast, inventive, and unafraid to take risks, the Jamaican-American thrives in unpredictable exchanges.

This matchup feels like a crossroads for both fighters. Erceg needs to reassert himself as a contender, while Osbourne has the chance to string together wins and gain some momentum in the flyweight division.

UFC Vegas 109 takes place Saturday, Aug. 9, in Las Vegas and will air on ESPN and ESPN+. Prelims start at 6 pm ET/3 pm PT, with the main card at 9 pm ET/6 pm PT.

Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for the live coverage and play-by-play updates of the Steve Erceg vs. Ode Osbourne clash:

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Round 1

Erceg circles around Osbourne and lands a few punches. Osbourne attacks with a stomp kick to the lead leg. He lands a crisp two-punch combination that hurts Erceg. Another short right hook from Osbourne. Strong jab from Osbourne and Erceg goes for a takedown. Osbourne defends it well, ducks an incoming attack from Erceg, and counters with a sharp right hand that stifles Erceg. He swarms in for the finish as Erceg tries to survive and secure a takedown. Osbourne ends up taking Erceg's back, and the Australian reverses the position. He takes Osbourne's back, and Osbourne now reverses position.

Our Score: 10-9 Osbourne

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Round 2

Osbourne starts the attack with a body kick. Erceg is struggling with the speed of Osbourne in striking exchanges. Erceg shoots for a takedown, but Osbourne frames up and defends the attempt. Erceg tries to attack with a head kick, but Osbourne defends it well. Erceg seems to be the busier fighter in the round. Erceg shoots for multiple takedowns, but Osbourne defends them well.

Our Score: 10-9 Erceg (19-19 overall)

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Round 3

Erceg attacks with a high kick, and Osbourne lands a short right hook. Solid one-two combination lands for Erceg. Osbourne fires back with the same combination. Erceg is in cruise control now, flowing between attack and defense. Erceg times a perfect takedown and takes side control. He takes the back and gets the body triangle. Osbourne blasts through to get out of the position, but Erceg takes the fight back to the ground. He sinks in a rear-naked choke, but Osbourne defends it well.

Our Score: 10-9 Erceg (29-28 overall)

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Official Result

Steve Erceg defeats Ode Osbourne by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, and 29-28).