Nick Newell ’s aspirations for a UFC career took a hit today when the lightweight fell short against Alex Munoz at Dana White’s Contender Series 14. After a solid career, Newell (14-2) finally got an opportunity to prove he belongs in the UFC with the matchup against Munoz (5-0). He put up a valiant effort over three rounds, but ultimately was outgunned in convincing fashion with a unanimous decision loss in the UFC Fight Pass-streamed bout from The Ultimate Fighter Gym in Las Vegas. Check below for the top Twitter reactions to Munoz’s victory over Newell at Dana White’s Contender Series 14
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