Brandon Moreno vs Brandon Royval — Fight recap

Brandon Royval defeated Brandon Moreno via split decision after five rounds on February 24, 2024, in a competitive flyweight clash. Moreno controlled the striking volume with 112 significant strikes landed at 53% accuracy compared to Royval's 145 at just 28%, while also securing three of five takedown attempts.

Despite Moreno's superior striking efficiency and 2:54 of control time, Royval's output and activity—particularly 97 head strikes landed—proved enough for the judges' nod. Moreno's precision striking, including 37 body strikes from 51 attempts, created clear openings, but Royval's volume and aggression sustained throughout the five rounds.

The split decision reflected the fight's competitive nature, with neither fighter achieving a decisive advantage in any single dimension. This loss marks a setback for Moreno in the flyweight title picture.