Darren Elkins Wins 29-28 Unanimous Decision Over Daniel Pineda at UFC Apex; Pineda Retires

Oct 19, 2024, 11:35 PM

In a highly anticipated featherweight contest at UFC Vegas 99, Darren Elkins secured a unanimous decision victory over Daniel Pineda at the UFC Apex. The fight, described as a 'war' and 'slugfest,' saw Elkins rally after losing the first round. The official scorecards read 29-28 across the board in favor of Elkins. Following the bout, Daniel Pineda announced his retirement from MMA, ending a career that began in 2007 and included 47 fights with a 100% finish rate. Pineda left his gloves in the Octagon as a symbolic gesture of his retirement. The fight was also named Fight of the Night (FOTN). Joe Martinez, the announcer, called for the audience to give a shoutout to both fighters. Elkins, known for his resilience, expressed his desire to continue competing in future bouts.