At UFC 298, the match between Josh Quinlan and Danny Barlow was a closely contested battle. Early on, Barlow executed a counter jump knee, while Quinlan aimed to close the distance. The first round was tight, with some scoring it 10-9 in favor of Barlow, despite Quinlan landing some effective shots. The fight saw a Quinlan low blow and strategic exchanges, leading to a 19-19 score before the final round. Barlow had the edge in volume by the end of the second round, scoring 10-9 Barlow RD2, and the score was 20-18 in his favor. Despite Quinlan's aggressive start in the third round, Barlow countered effectively, significantly hurting Quinlan. The match was notable for its strategic play, with both fighters having moments of dominance.
Danny Barlow. That is all. #UFC298
Quinlan looking to pressure early in round 3, but Barlow doing well to meet him with hard shots. Quinlan down and he's hurt bad! #UFC298
10-9 Barlow RD2 19-19 Winner takes all round on my scorecard. Great fight, Barlow is finding his form. Quinlan corner told him he’s down 2-0. Like that. #UFC298
20-18 Barlow. Quinlan just not matching the output. Both men landing some solid shots, but it's 3 shots from Barlow for every 2 from Quinlan. #UFC298
🟥 Josh Quinlan VS Danny Barlow 🟦 => Score Round #2 #UFC #UFC298 #MMATwitter
Quinlan low blow. Barlow is currently on my cards winning RD2. He should take at least 3 minutes here to get his stamina back. Fresh he has the power to end this. #UFc298
Quinlan and Barlow trading single shots from range in round 2. Neither guy pulling away clearly. #UFC298
10-9 Barlow but a close round. Quinlan had some good shots mixed in. #UFC298
10-9 Quinlan RD1 Very close round but the damage was done and the jab landed. Low leg kicks for Barlow did land. MMA jab. Interesting round. #UFC298
I'll lean 10-9 Barlow for volume, but Quinlan got some good shots in, might have stolen it. #UFC298
Feeling out process early. Quinlan looking the better early but Barlow finding the reads and he’ll be able to counter eventually. #UFC298
Barlow looking tricky early. Counter jump knee. Quinlan looking to fight his way inside. #UFC298
Josh Quinlan vs. Danny Barlow incoming #UFC298
Josh Quinlan versus Danny Barlow up next at #UFC298
Josh Quinlan vs Danny Barlow up next. Danny Barlow looks to be a man on a mission. Locked in on all fronts from what I gathered and looking to make a statement in this spot. #UFC298 https://t.co/SEaqBgmeda