Cody Garbrandt vs Trevin Jones — Fight recap

Cody Garbrandt defeated Trevin Jones via unanimous decision after three rounds on March 4, 2023, showcasing superior striking efficiency and cage control throughout. Garbrandt landed 26 of 33 significant strikes (78% accuracy), with particular success targeting the body (14 of 15) and head (8 of 14), while Jones managed only 20 of 69 significant strikes at 28% efficiency.

Garbrandt secured two of three takedown attempts (66%) and controlled the action for 2:32, compared to Jones's 1:39 of control time. The striking disparity proved decisive, as Jones's 50% takedown rate and single submission attempt could not overcome the consistent striking output and positional dominance Garbrandt maintained throughout.

The victory demonstrated Garbrandt's return to form as a technical striker, positioning him as a relevant contender in the bantamweight division's upper tier.