UFC results: Nate Landwehr opens two huge cuts on Darren Elkins' head

Brendan Bradford

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Blood.

That was the only guarantee fight fans had ahead of Darren Elkins' bout opposite Nate Landwehr at UFC Florida this weekend. 

Coming into the bout on a three-fight losing skid, Elkins was still a fan favourite due to his exciting style and willingness to battle through anything. 

Meanwhile, Landwehr entered the weekend as an ambitious prospect looking to make his mark. 

Their three-round scrap, which ended with Eklins leaking blood out of a couple of huge gashes on his head, left a lasting impression. 

Elkins started well with some clinical striking in the first round before a head clash opened up a massive cut around his right eye. 

Landwehr found his groove in the second frame, a nasty elbow opening another cut on Elkins' forehead. 

Referee Herb Dean called a time out as medics checked out Elkins' face, which had blood pouring down it. 

Proving why he's an all-time featherweight fan favourite, Elkins laughed through the absolute bloodbath, bit down on his mouthpiece and kept throwing them in the third. 

In the end, Landwehr earned a unanimous decision win in a bout that left the Octagon stained with red. 

"That's what I wanted to bring to America," Landwehr said afterwards. 

"Blood, sweat and a good ass fight. 

"I was just having a good time. That was the funest fight I've ever had. Elkins has been top 10, that just shows I'm good."





Fans on social media went nuts for the insane action. 




 

Brendan Bradford