
Jose Delgado Reflects on UFC Main Event Loss to Jean Silva
Jose Delgado experienced his first UFC main event on September 12 in Glendale, Arizona, where he faced Jean Silva. Despite dropping Silva in the opening round, Delgado ultimately lost the fight in the third round due to a rear-naked choke, marking his first defeat in the promotion and bringing his record to 12-3.
Delgado, who entered the match as a heavy underdog, acknowledged the support from the crowd at Desert Diamond Arena and shared his appreciation for the opportunity to compete at such a high level. He expressed his enjoyment of the experience on social media, stating that he cherished every moment, including the challenges faced during the fight.
Silva, who improved his record to 18-3 with this victory, managed to recover from the early knockdown and turned the fight around in the second round. Delgado is determined to recover from this setback and continue his career in the UFC.