Cheick Kongo finally had the chance to compete in his native Paris, France and it did not go his way.
Timothy Johnson was awarded the split decision in a rather bland three-round heavyweight. You can take a look at the two-fight highlights below, including the scrap between Saul Rogers and Arbi Mezhidov.
Timothy Johnson def. Cheick Kongo by split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
Kongo and Johnson exchanged clinch positions and plodding strikes for most of the fight. Afterwards, Johnson admitted it could have gone either way and Kongo expressed disappointment with the situation.
Saul Rogers def. Arbi Mezhidov by submission via rear-naked choke (4:38, R1)
Rogers made short work of Mezhidov, refusing to let the fight go beyond the first round.
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