Jose Delgado vs Nathaniel Wood — Fight recap

Nathaniel Wood defeated Jose Delgado via unanimous decision over three rounds on October 25, 2025, with referee Jason Herzog officiating. Despite landing 134 significant strikes at 57% accuracy compared to Wood's 99 strikes at 56%, Delgado couldn't overcome Wood's superior grappling and cage control.

Wood secured two takedowns while Delgado managed none on two attempts, and both fighters recorded one knockdown apiece. Wood's wrestling proved decisive in dictating the fight's tempo, though Delgado's striking volume—particularly 92 head strikes and 35 body strikes—kept him competitive throughout.

The judges favored Wood's control time and takedown success, awarding him all three rounds despite the striking statistics slightly favoring Delgado. Wood's victory solidifies his position in the featherweight rankings and suggests a fighter capable of mixing striking defense with functional grappling.