Edson Barboza vs Sodiq Yusuff — Fight recap

Edson Barboza defeated Sodiq Yusuff by unanimous decision over five rounds on October 14, 2023, with referee Herb Dean officiating. Barboza landed 164 of 324 significant strikes at 50% accuracy while securing three of four takedown attempts for a 75% success rate, controlling the fight for 3:04.

Despite Yusuff matching Barboza's striking efficiency at 50% and landing 178 significant strikes, the Brazilian's grappling dominance and superior wrestling proved decisive across the judges' scorecards. Both fighters registered one knockdown apiece, but Barboza's takedown control and ground positioning separated the two over the distance.

The victory reinforces Barboza's ability to blend striking and wrestling at featherweight, positioning him for a push toward ranked competition in an increasingly competitive division.