Mateusz Gamrot made a significant comeback at UFC Vegas 107 on Saturday, following a lengthy layoff that was marked by difficulty in finding suitable opponents. The co-main event matchup saw Gamrot face L’udovit Klein, who was looking to continue an impressive win streak and earn a ranking in the lightweight division. For Gamrot, this fight was essential to prove he remained among the elite fighters after suffering a split decision loss to Dan Hooker in his previous appearance.
As the first round began, Gamrot immediately took the offensive, closing the distance while Klein retreated. Gamrot utilized a sharp jab, maintaining distance while looking for openings. Although Klein attempted to deliver powerful punches, Gamrot quickly moved into the clinch, pushing the fight against the cage. Once there, Gamrot secured a takedown, controlling Klein for over two minutes with a dominating grappling display. While Klein showcased his athleticism and striking skills, he was unable to find his footing during the opening round, with Gamrot effectively neutralizing his offense.
The second round saw Gamrot maintain his grappling strategy, launching himself for another takedown right from the start. Within thirty seconds, he grabbed Klein's leg and pulled him back to the mat. This round highlighted Gamrot's impressive grappling abilities and superior cardiovascular conditioning. For the next three minutes, Gamrot maintained full guard, delivering effective ground-and-pound while applying relentless pressure on Klein. Although Klein attempted to scramble back to his feet with a minute left, Gamrot managed to land a glancing head kick during the exchange. Klein then attempted a spinning back kick in the dying seconds, but Gamrot adeptly avoided the strike, remaining in control.
Heading into the final round, L’udovit Klein faced the daunting task of needing a finish to secure victory. Gamrot initiated another takedown attempt within thirty seconds, but Klein successfully defended, getting back to his feet. Klein increased his aggression, pushing Gamrot against the fence and landing a knee that surprisingly dropped the Polish fighter. However, Gamrot quickly regrouped and took the center of the octagon. Klein found a rhythm, landing a solid kick to the body, followed by a straight left and knee in his southpaw stance. With 90 seconds remaining, Gamrot forced another scramble, ultimately achieving another takedown that led to a dominant position where he inflicted significant damage with elbows as the final horn sounded.
After three rounds, the judges unanimously awarded the victory to Mateusz Gamrot, scoring the bout 30-27 on all cards. This fight marked Gamrot's fourth win in his last five bouts, showcasing his prowess as one of the top wrestlers in the lightweight division. In the post-fight interview, Gamrot expressed his desire to compete against various opponents in the 155-pound category. He specifically called out Dan Hooker and Benoit Saint Denis, stating, “Everybody… Everybody… Hooker in the future, Benoit Saint Denis in Paris… Give me this guy!”
Official Result: Mateusz Gamrot def. L’udovit Klein by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
