Junior Dos Santos vs Shane Carwin — Fight recap

Junior Dos Santos defeated Shane Carwin via unanimous decision over three rounds on June 11, 2011, at the UFC Heavyweight Championship bout. Dos Santos controlled the striking exchanges with 88 significant strikes landed at 46% accuracy compared to Carwin's 20 of 86 (23%), while landing a knockdown that proved decisive.

The Brazilian heavyweight demonstrated superior wrestling, converting both of his takedown attempts (2 of 2) while Carwin managed only 1 of 3. Dos Santos landed 73 head strikes and showcased precise leg work, connecting on all five leg strikes attempted.

Though Carwin maintained slightly more control time at 56 seconds versus Dos Santos' 43 seconds, the striking disparity and takedown efficiency secured all three rounds for Dos Santos with all three judges voting unanimously. The victory solidified Dos Santos as the division's top contender heading into title implications.