O’Malley Beats Yadong In A Controversial Decision

Originally posted on BoxingNews.com | Last updated Jan 25, 2026 12:36 AM ET

Sean O’Malley defeated Song Yadong at UFC 324 via a unanimous decision, 29-28, 29-28, 29-28, as you can see how the bantamweight fight played out live.

With Petr Yan beating Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 323, the winner knew would be a candidate to challenge the Russian champion. For O’Malley, this marked his first non-title appearance in nearly three years. After his reign as bantamweight champ was cut short by Dvalishvili in 2024, O’Malley’s attempt to regain the belt in a June 2025 rematch ended in a third-round submission defeat. Yadong’s stock rose in February 2025 following a win over Henry Cejudo, a performance that proved his wrestling defense has caught up to his world-class striking. However, it was Sean who came out on top. Here is how the fight played out live.

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Yadong's big left https://t.co/WhXi5MR75l
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SEAN O'MALLEY VS. SONG YADONG FINAL ROUND

O'Malley was landing that clinical left straight and a nasty knee up the middle that had Song looking dazed.

Yadong was leaking blood from the mouth by the end of the round. O'Malley’s accuracy really started to shine as he…
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THE SCORECARDS ARE IN: SEAN O’MALLEY PULLS IT OFF!

The final verdict:

✅ Sean O’Malley def. Song Yadong via Unanimous Decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) https://t.co/8sFY75SP7f
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