Johny Hendricks vs Ricardo Funch — Fight recap

Johny Hendricks defeated Ricardo Funch via unanimous decision after three rounds on December 12, 2009, at UFC 105. Hendricks controlled the fight through superior wrestling and volume striking, landing 49 of 83 significant strikes (59%) while successfully executing 7 of 14 takedown attempts (50%).

He dominated cage control with 9:55 of the fifteen-minute fight, compared to Funch's 2:10, and attempted four submission holds throughout. Funch landed efficiently when he did strike—connecting on 16 of 26 significant strikes (61%)—but managed only one successful takedown and could not establish sustained pressure.

Hendricks' wrestling-heavy approach, particularly his leg strikes (7 of 8) and head strikes (36 of 66), proved decisive across all three rounds. The victory showcased Hendricks' developing grappling arsenal and set the stage for his continued rise through the welterweight ranks.