In a thrilling matchup, Jamal Pogues emerged victorious over Thomas Petersen by unanimous decision after three intense rounds of action.

From the start of the fight, both fighters showcased their skills and determination. Pogues fired relentless kicks, while Petersen showcased his defensive prowess by deflecting Pogues' lead hand strikes. Petersen's steady advancement put Pogues on the fence, where he delivered punishing knees to Pogues' thigh.

Despite the early pressure from Petersen, Pogues showed his resilience by separating from the fence and retaliating with a solid right cross and a body kick. Petersen responded with a clean straight left, but Pogues landed a 2-3 combination in return.

As the fight progressed, Petersen attempted takedowns but was denied by Pogues' excellent defense. Nevertheless, Petersen continued to push forward, absorbing a clean right hand while landing body shots. Pogues used his hooks effectively and landed a knee, followed by a straight right, to keep Petersen at bay.

With two minutes remaining in the first round, Petersen bulldozed Pogues to the ground with a single-leg takedown, delivering short punches while Pogues tried to defend. Petersen dominated the final moments of the round, amassing punches until the bell.

The second round saw Petersen aggressively closing the distance with a powerful right hand, earning a clinch with Pogues against the fence. Pogues managed to separate, landing a low kick and employing a series of knees to Petersen's thigh. However, Petersen pressed forward relentlessly, landing combos and body shots.

Petersen's determination paid off as he secured a takedown, but Pogues showcased excellent balance and managed to separate again. Both fighters exchanged significant strikes, including a big elbow from Pogues and heavy lefts from Petersen.

Round three commenced with a flurry of kicks, with Petersen consistently targeting Pogues' body with his straight left. Pogues responded with a 1-2 combination while maneuvering around the fence. Petersen's effective body shots continued to take a toll on Pogues, who showcased impressive takedown defense.

Despite Pogues' resilience, Petersen's straight lefts to the body remained a dominant factor in the fight. However, an accidental eye poke from Petersen momentarily affected Pogues, who managed to recover and resume the battle. Petersen finished strong, landing a two-piece combination and a powerful body shot.

In the end, the judges scored the fight in favor of Pogues, awarding him a well-deserved unanimous decision victory. Both fighters displayed tremendous heart and skill throughout the contest, thrilling fans with their tenacity.

While Petersen undoubtedly showcased his abilities, it was Pogues' effective striking and durability that ultimately secured the win. This hard-fought battle between two formidable heavyweights will surely leave a lasting impression on the world of mixed martial arts.