Ryo Tajima beats Ti Haitao by SD in round 3 at Road To UFC Season 5 Opening Rounds: Day 1

Ryo Tajima beat Ti Haitao by split decision after three rounds at Road To UFC Season 5 Opening Rounds: Day 1 in a bantamweight contest that marked both men's professional debuts. The judges were divided at the final bell, awarding Tajima the nod in a competitive opener.

How it ended

The fight went the full distance with neither man able to impose a finish. After three rounds, the cageside officials returned a split verdict, handing Tajima the win in what proved a tight affair between two debutants testing their skills at this level.

Updated records

• Ti Haitao — 0-1
• Ryo Tajima — 1-0

What's next

Tajima moves to one win and no losses as a professional, positioning himself for the next stage of the Road To UFC tournament. Haitao drops to no wins and one loss in his first outing, and will need to regroup after falling short on the scorecards in his maiden appearance.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Ti Haitao vs Ryo Tajima?

Ryo Tajima defeated Ti Haitao by SD in round 3 at Road To UFC Season 5 Opening Rounds: Day 1.

How did Ti Haitao vs Ryo Tajima end?

The fight ended by SD in round 3.

What's Ryo Tajima's record now?

Ryo Tajima now stands at 1-0.

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