UFC 292: Sterling vs. O’Malley was an MMA event organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). The main event of the night was between the bantamweights Aljamain Sterling and Sean O’Malley.
O'Malley won the fight via a TKO in the second round to become the new UFC Bantamweight Champion.
Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O’Malley UFC Head-to-Head Records
Aljamain Sterling fought Sean O’Malley for the first time at UFC 292: Sterling vs. O’Malley.
The two faced off in an intense interaction for the first time after Sterling’s victory over Henry Cejudo at UFC 288.
UFC 292 took place on August 19, 2023, at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
Aljamain Sterling vs. Sean O’Malley Stats
| Stats | Aljamain Sterling | Sean O’Malley |
| MMA Record | 23-4-0 | 17-1-0 (1NC) |
| UFC Ranking (Bantamweight) | 1 | Champion |
| Last Fight | Loss | Win |
| Nationality | American | American |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
| Weight | 135 lbs (65 kg) | 135 lbs (65 kg) |
| Reach | 71 in | 72 in |
| Leg Reach | 39 in | 40 in |
| Striking Accuracy | 52% | 60% |
| Takedown Accuracy | 24% | 42% |
| Takedown Defense | 45% | 60% |
| Win Streak (Active) | 0 | 2 |
| MMA Debut | 2011 | 2015 |
Sean O’Malley’s Career in the UFC
Sean O'Malley made his promotional debut against Terrion Ware on December 1, 2017, at The Ultimate Fighter 26 Finale, winning via unanimous decision. He then faced Andre Soukhamthath on March 3, 2018, at UFC 222, winning by unanimous decision despite injuring his foot, earning a Fight of the Night bonus.
O'Malley's plans to fight José Alberto Quiñónez on October 6, 2018, were interrupted due to a potential Anti-Doping Policy violation, leading to a suspension. He returned in March 2019. He later faced Marlon Vera on March 7, 2020, winning via TKO and earning his first Performance of the Night award.
Further victories followed, including a one-punch knockout against Eddie Wineland at UFC 250 and a win against Thomas Almeida at UFC 260, both earning Performance of the Night honors. He also faced Pedro Munhoz in a fight that ended in a no-contest due to an eye poke.
O'Malley's controversial split decision win against Petr Yan at UFC 280 drew significant attention, with fans and media expressing differing opinions on the result.
O'Malley fought Aljamain Sterling for the UFC bantamweight title at UFC 292 on August 19, 2023. He defeated Sterling in spectacular fashion via a TKO in the second round to become the new champion.
Last Updated On August 20, 2023
FAQs
A. UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley is scheduled to take place on August 19th, 2023.
A. UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley is taking place at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
A. Aljamain Sterling holds an MMA record of 23-4-0.
A. Sean O'Malley has compiled a professional MMA record of 17 wins, 1 loss, and 1 no-contest (17-1-0(1NC)) and is the current UFC bantamweight champion.
A. Aljamain Sterling is currently 34 years old, as he was born on July 31, 1989.
A. Aljamain Sterling primarily utilizes the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu style of fighting.
