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UFC 290: Dan Hooker Shows the X-Ray of Broken Arm Following Win Over Jalin Turner

  • How did Dan Hooker vs Jalin Turner full fight at UFC 290 go and what was the result?
  • What was the significance of Hooker’s victory, considering the other notable results during UFC 290?
  • How did teammate Alex Volkanovski’s reaction to Hooker’s win contribute to the overall atmosphere and excitement surrounding the event?

Dan Hooker secured a hard-fought victory by split decision against Jalin Turner in a brutal clash at UFC 290 held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Following the intense battle, Dan Hooker shared an X-ray on Twitter the next day, revealing that he had broken his right arm during the fight.

UFC 290 showcased an extraordinary lineup of fights, captivating fans with its thrilling moments. From a single devastating knockout in the early prelims to quick knockouts within 20 and 38 seconds, along with Robbie Lawler’s retirement and a flyweight title change, the event was packed with excitement. Despite these standout moments, Hooker’s victory didn’t steal the spotlight.

At one point, it appeared that Turner had the upper hand with a powerful head kick. However, Hooker made a remarkable comeback, unleashing a flurry of strikes that ultimately led him to triumph. Following the fight, two judges scored the bout 29-28 in favor of Hooker, while the third judge awarded the same score to Turner.

Dan Hooker nonchalantly dismisses injury in his post fight interview

Amidst the celebrations and in Dan Hooker post fight interview, UFC commentator Joe Rogan inquired whether Hooker had broken his arm during the fight.

“It’s just a scratch. We’ll have to see,” he said with a laugh.

After a four-month delay caused by a hand injury suffered by Dan Hooker, the highly anticipated matchup finally took place. It marked Hooker’s first fight since November and marked his 13th victory in the UFC.

“It’s just a scratch. We’ll have to see,”

Dan Hooker

The long-awaited return turned out to be well worth it. ESPN’s cameras captured teammate Alex Volkanovski as he watched Hooker’s victory from the locker rooms. This exciting moment preceded Volkanovski’s own successful defense of the featherweight title, securing a third-round TKO win.

The win also sparked visible excitement from middleweight champion Israel Adesanya. Adesanya, who secured a dominant victory over Dricus Du Plessis, is now set to headline a highly anticipated bout against Du Plessis. Du Plessis had previously achieved a second-round TKO victory over former champion Robert Whittaker later on Saturday night.

During a heated exchange inside the Octagon, Adesanya confronted Du Plessis, setting the stage for their upcoming clash at UFC 293 in September. However, the timeline for Hooker’s return to the cage remains uncertain as he recovers and prepares for his next fight.

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