Former UFC fighter gets dropped within seconds, pulls off submission win (video)
Phil Rowe, a former UFC fighter, achieved a comeback victory by submitting Jacob Kilburn at Island Fights 97. Rowe was initially dropped by Kilburn but managed to regain control and secure a triangle choke. This win comes after Rowe's release from the UFC earlier this year, marking a significant moment in his career.
- ▪Phil Rowe submitted Jacob Kilburn in the main event of Island Fights 97.
- ▪Rowe was dropped early in the fight but showed resilience to turn the match around.
- ▪This victory is crucial for Rowe after being released from the UFC earlier in 2026.
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