Ruffy, one of the most promising rising fighters at 155 pounds, called out the gritty veteran following his victory at Saturday’s UFC 309 in Madison Square Garden. Ruffy (11-1 MMA, 2-0 UFC) defeated James Llontop (14-5 MMA, 0-3 UFC) in a unanimous decision that served as the opener of the pay-per-view main card.

Again and again, Ruffy punished Llontop with well-timed, powerful shots but the Peruvian fighter just kept coming back for more. Ruffy ultimately had to settle for a decision win with all three judges scoring the fight 29-28 in his favor.

Mauricio Ruffy defeated James Llontop via decision at UFC 309 after dropping his opponent with a highlight reel look-away uppercut.

Mauricio Ruffy razzled and dazzled, but left UFC 309 without a finish. It wasn't for a lack of trying – or succeeding – to land punches. Ruffy (11-1 MMA, 2-0 UFC) hit opponent James Llontop (14-5 MMA,