Griffin out works Franklin for decision win

Forrest Griffin (18-6) returned from a 15-month layoff with a unanimous decision win over Rich Franklin (28-6). Griffin won the bout 29-28 on all three judges’ scorecards.

Griffin struck first, taking Franklin down early in the first round, and then spent much of the round controlling Franklin while landing several punches and elbows. The former middleweight Franklin couldn’t find a way out from underneath Griffin, a fighter who is a natural light heavyweight.

In the second round, Griffin got another takedown by dragging Franklin down from behind. Griffin tried to get a body lock on, but Franklin was able to work away and return to his feet. Griffin controlled the stand-up, using kicks and strikes to control Franklin.

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Forrest Griffin Vs. Rich “Ace” Franklin

Fight was scheduled for 3 rounds (5x5x5)

Forrest Griffin def. Rich Franklin via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)