Dustin Jacoby Wins by TKO at UFC Fight Night 266, Makes Bold Request
Dustin Jacoby delivered an impressive performance at UFC Fight Night 266, securing a TKO victory over Julius Walker. The event took place at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, showcasing intense light heavyweight action.
Dustin Jacoby’s TKO Victory
Jacoby faced Walker in a closely contested matchup. After a competitive first round, he began to capitalize on his striking ability. In the second round, Jacoby landed significant strikes, ultimately stunning Walker, who fell to the mat.
Referee Dan Miragliotta, officiating his 500th UFC bout, called the fight at the 1:42 mark of Round 2, awarding Jacoby the TKO victory. This win improved Jacoby’s record to 22 wins, 9 losses, and 1 draw in MMA, and 10 wins, 6 losses, and 1 draw in the UFC.
Background and Fight Preparation
Before facing Walker, Jacoby was scheduled to fight Jimmy Crute at UFC 325 in Australia. However, that fight was canceled. Despite the change in plans, Jacoby traveled to Sydney to support a teammate before returning to the United States for his bout against Walker.
Future Aspirations
Following his victory, Jacoby expressed ambitions for future challenges. He mentioned aspirations for a round of golf with President Trump and hopes to compete on the White House card. “It feels great,” he said in a post-fight interview. “I’ve traveled the world for 16 years representing this country. I would love to fight at the White House in June.”
Key Fight Statistics
- Fighter: Dustin Jacoby
- Opponent: Julius Walker
- Event: UFC Fight Night 266
- Location: Meta APEX, Las Vegas
- Round of TKO: 2
- Time of Stoppage: 1:42
- Jacoby’s Record: 22-9-1 (MMA), 10-6-1 (UFC)
- Miragliotta’s Milestone: 500th UFC Bout
With his recent success, Jacoby aims to continue his knockout streak in the light heavyweight division, signaling his readiness for bigger challenges ahead.
