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UFC Fight Night 81 results: Francisco Trinaldo edges Ross Pearson, wins unanimous decision

It wasn't overwhelming, but Francisco Trinaldo (19-4) did enough to get the victory.

"Massaranduba" defeated Ross Pearson 18-10 (1) by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night 81 tonight (Sun., Jan. 17, 2016) inside TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts.

Two judges scored it 30-27 and the third had it scored 29-28.

Pearson and Trinaldo spent the opening minute of the first round circling each other. As the fight began to take shape, Pearson stalked the Brazilian, but didn't land much. Trinaldo continued to circle and occasionally stop to engage. He picked up Pearson and slammed him to the canvas in the closing seconds of the round.