Dan Ige vs Patricio Pitbull — Fight recap

Patricio Freire defeated Dan Ige by unanimous decision over three rounds on July 19, 2025, with referee Dan Miragliotta officiating. Freire's superior striking efficiency proved decisive, landing 55 of 97 significant strikes (56%) compared to Ige's 47 of 124 (37%), while controlling the cage for 2:44 versus Ige's negligible 0:08.

The Brazilian also secured five takedowns on nine attempts (55%), establishing a grappling advantage that Ige could not counter, as the featherweight mounted no takedown offense. Freire's striking volume concentrated on the head with 42 landed headstrikes, complemented by near-perfect accuracy on body work (9 of 10).

Ige remained primarily a striker throughout, landing leg kicks with precision (8 of 8) but failing to generate sustained offensive pressure or ground control. The decision underscored Freire's well-rounded approach and his ability to dictate pace and position against a volume-striking opponent.

This victory positions Freire among top featherweight contenders while Ige faces questions about his competitive level at 145 pounds.