UFC Abu Dhabi results: Marcus Buchecha receives rude welcome in debut, loses decision to Martin Buday

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Martin Buday gave grappling champion Marcus Buchecha a rude welcome to the octagon after beating the former ONE Championship heavyweight by unanimous decision to kick off the UFC Abu Dhabi card on Saturday.

While it was anything but a pretty performance, Buday largely shut down Buchecha’s grappling attempts but even when the fight hit the floor, he never really found himself in any serious danger. On the feet, Buday battered Buchecha with punches while...