King Green vs Thiago Moises — Fight recap

Thiago Moises defeated King Green via unanimous decision after three rounds on October 31, 2020, with referee Keith Peterson overseeing the bout. Despite Green's superior striking output—landing 85 of 177 significant strikes (48%)—Moises controlled the fight through superior positioning and cage management.

Both fighters secured two takedowns apiece, but Moises accumulated 1:51 of control time compared to Green's 1:11, a decisive advantage in a close decision. Green landed more volume across all striking zones, including 31 body strikes and 25 leg strikes, but Moises' cleaner, more efficient 42 significant strikes at 35% accuracy combined with his control advantage swayed the judges.

The bout showcased a classic volume-versus-efficiency dynamic, with Moises' grappling control and strategic pacing proving more valuable than Green's output. The victory positioned Moises in the lightweight rankings conversation while highlighting Green's need for improved decision-making in tight exchanges.