Luis Gurule weathered Bilal Hasan’s fast, varied striking and turned to takedowns and ground-and-pound to seize control in a bloody UFC 334 upset. Despite a severe cut from Hasan’s elbow, Gurule kept wrestling through the final round and earned a split decision.

By the Numbers
  • Official scorecards: 29-28, 29-28, 28-29.
  • Result: Gurule won by split decision.
Yes, But

Hasan’s speed and striking variety threatened Gurule throughout, and his elbow opened a major cut in the third round. But Gurule’s takedowns and top control blunted Hasan’s offense and helped carry the decision.

Bottom Line

Gurule showed that persistence and effective wrestling can overcome a dangerous striker—even when the fight gets bloody.