Daniel Rodriguez vs Li Jingliang — Fight recap

Daniel Rodriguez earned a split-decision victory over Li Jingliang at UFC Fight Night on September 10, 2022, taking all three rounds on two scorecards. Rodriguez landed 88 significant strikes at 47% accuracy while controlling the striking exchanges with 54 head strikes and effective body work (17 of 23).

Jingliang answered with 78 significant strikes at 44% accuracy and showed superior leg-kick volume with 30 attempts, though he secured one takedown that yielded minimal control time. The bout remained a pure striking affair with neither fighter attempting submissions or establishing sustained cage dominance.

Rodriguez's higher strike output and cleaner combinations across the distance proved decisive in a narrow verdict that reflected the competitive nature of the welterweight encounter.