Kody Steele earns first UFC win with heel hook submission

13 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · May 2

Steele beat Don Mar Fan in 3:53 of the first round on the UFC Perth prelims at RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
After losing his first two UFC bouts in brawls, Steele changed approach, secured an early takedown and finished with a leg lock.
The event streamed on Paramount+ with an early North American start, ahead of a main event between Jack Della Maddalena and Carlos Prates.

Did Jack Della Maddalena or Carlos Prates emerge victorious in Perth, and how does that shape the welterweight title picture?

How does the UFC's focus on Australian talent at Perth reflect its broader strategy for global growth and athlete development?

What financial and logistical challenges do fighters face competing in Australia, and could these impact UFC's international expansion plans?