Canada's John Makdessi loses decision to Jamie Mullarkey on UFC 293 undercard in Australia

Canadian lightweight John Makdessi lost by decision to Australian Jamie Mullarkey on the UFC 293 undercard on Saturday night.

All three judges scored it 29-28 for Makdessi, who looked shocked with the verdict in Sydney, Australia.

Makdessi (18-9-0) improved as the fight wore on after a strong start by Mullarkey, who was close to a 3-to-1 favourite. And his crisp striking took a toll on the Aussie in the third round.

"John Makdessi is a tough son of a gun," said Mullarkey. "He's an absolute veteran."

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