From the opening bell, Lewis demonstrated his signature power. Despite a brief moment where Teixeira managed to land a shot, Lewis quickly recovered and unleashed a devastating left hand that sent his opponent crashing to the canvas.

Chael Sonnen has put forward an intriguing theory regarding the controversial stoppage in Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira. Derrick Lewis made quick work of another rising contender at UFC Nashville,

Gabriel Bonfim edged out the UFC's oldest rostered fighter, Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson by split decision in the night's co-main event. Two judges scored the bout 29-28 for Bonfim, while one scored 29-28 in favor of Thompson.