Chris Curtis returned to the welterweight division at UFC Nashville, facing Max Griffin. Both fighters entered the match after suffering losses in their previous bouts. Curtis sprinted to the cage, indicating he was not drained from moving down from 185lbs. In the fight, Curtis landed solid strikes while Griffin attempted to control the distance. The match showcased alternating pressure, with Curtis finding success in the second round and both fighters engaging in exchanges as the rounds progressed, culminating in a third round that featured varying strategies from Griffin and Curtis.
Max Griffin opened round three with a high kick, blocked by Curtis, who was soon ripping the body. Griffin then retreated and regrouped, before working from the outside.
Curtis would eventually break free, with the next few minutes playing out at range, both fighters landing a couple of decent blows.
Griffin tied Curtis up by the fence, much to the displeasure of the Nashville crowd, given the lack of action that ensued.
Round two saw Curtis and Griffin pick up where they left off, with Curtis landing a solid left inside of a minute.
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