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Nicolas Dalby Edges Saygid Izagakhmaev in Controversial Split Decision

11/23/2025

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Nicolas Dalby, a UFC welterweight veteran, defeated Saygid Izagakhmaev by split decision at UFC Qatar in Doha.
Dalby showed resilience and effective striking, especially in the final round.
Izagakhmaev struggled to maintain control on the ground.
The judges' split decision sparked online debate about the outcome.
Islam Makhachev, Dalby's teammate, was seen supporting him post-fight, underscoring team camaraderie.

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Nicolas Dalby, a UFC welterweight veteran, defeated Saygid Izagakhmaev by split decision at UFC Qatar in Doha.
Dalby showed resilience and effective striking, especially in the final round.
Izagakhmaev struggled to maintain control on the ground.
The judges' split decision sparked online debate about the outcome.
Islam Makhachev, Dalby's teammate, was seen supporting him post-fight, underscoring team camaraderie.