Best fights of Matt Serra
Over 12 years as a professional, Matt Serra has compiled a 13-7 (8) record, including three title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Matt Serra KOs Georges St-Pierre
On April 7, 2007 Matt Serra fought Georges St-Pierre for the UFC welterweight title. Serra was 32 years old with a record of 11-4, and St-Pierre was 25 with a record of 13-1. Serra was on a 3-fight winning streak and St-Pierre was on a 6-fight winning streak. Serra stopped Georges St-Pierre via TKO in the 1st round. Crowned the new welterweight champion.
2. Matt Serra defeats Chris Lytle
On November 11, 2006 Matt Serra fought Chris Lytle for the vacant The Ultimate Fighter 4 Tournament welterweight title. Serra was 32 years old with a record of 10-4, and Lytle was 32 with a record of 22-12-5. Both Serra and Lytle were on a 2-fight winning streak. Serra won via split decision. Won the vacant title.
3. Matt Serra loses to Matt Hughes via unanimous decision
On May 23, 2009 Matt Serra faced Matt Hughes in a welterweight bout. Serra was 34 years old with a record of 12-5, and Hughes was 35 with a record of 42-7. Serra was coming off a loss and Hughes was on a 2-fight losing streak. Serra lost via unanimous decision. Went the distance with Hughes.