Grant Dawson vs Ricky Glenn — Fight recap

Grant Dawson earned a majority draw against Ricky Glenn on October 23, 2021, in a competitive three-round decision at UFC Fight Night. Dawson controlled the striking exchanges with 24 significant strikes landed at 77% accuracy, while Glenn countered with 28 significant strikes at 68% efficiency.

The lightweight bout hinged on cage control and grappling entries: Dawson accumulated 8:26 of control time and landed three takedowns from eleven attempts, establishing a wrestling-heavy approach despite Glenn's defensive stance. Glenn stayed active on the feet, particularly with head strikes (19 of 26), and nearly threatened a submission late in the fight with one attempt.

Referee Mike Beltran's scorecard split the action evenly, reflecting Dawson's wrestling dominance offset by Glenn's striking volume and accuracy. The draw leaves both fighters seeking clarity in their lightweight trajectories, with Dawson's grappling base and Glenn's striking output each showcasing viable paths forward.