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UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2
The poster for UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2
PromotionUltimate Fighting Championship
DateDecember 11, 2010
VenueBell Centre
CityMontreal, Quebec, Canada
Attendance23,152[1]
Total gate$4,600,000[1]
Buyrate800,000[2]
Event chronology
The Ultimate Fighter: Team GSP vs. Team Koscheck Finale UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2 UFC 125: Resolution

UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2 was a mixed martial arts pay-per-view event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship on December 11, 2010 at Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.[3] The event was the fourth that the UFC has hosted at the Bell Centre following UFC 83, UFC 97 and UFC 113 and the fifth event held in Canada along with UFC 115 which was held in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Background

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A training injury forced Jason MacDonald out of his fight with Rafael Natal on October 20, 2010. He was replaced by UFC newcomer Jesse Bongfeldt.[4]

On October 26, 2010, Anthony Waldburger had to pull out of his fight with Matthew Riddle due to an injury.[5] He was replaced by Sean Pierson.[6]

UFC 124 featured live preliminary bouts streamed on UFC.com rather than Spike TV due to the 2010 Spike Video Game Awards being aired in the same time slot.[7]

UFC 124 marked the first – and only – time that the UFC let the fans vote online for the Fight of the Night.[8] Dana White stated after that he would never do this again and said "The real fight of the night belonged to Matt Riddle and Sean Pierson".

Results

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Main card
Weight class Method Round Time Notes
Welterweight Georges St-Pierre (c) def. Josh Koscheck Decision (unanimous) (50–45, 50–45, 50–45) 5 5:00 [a]
Heavyweight Stefan Struve def. Sean McCorkle TKO (punches) 1 3:55
Lightweight Jim Miller def. Charles Oliveira Submission (kneebar) 1 1:59
Lightweight Mac Danzig def. Joe Stevenson KO (punch) 1 1:54
Welterweight Thiago Alves def. John Howard Decision (unanimous) (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) 3 5:00
Preliminary card (UFC.com live stream)
Middleweight Dan Miller def. Joe Doerksen Decision (split) (29–28, 28–29, 29–28) 3 5:00
Lightweight Mark Bocek def. Dustin Hazelett Submission (triangle armbar) 1 2:33
Preliminary card
Middleweight Rafael Natal vs. Jesse Bongfeldt Draw (majority) (28–28, 28–28, 29–28) 3 5:00
Welterweight Sean Pierson def. Matthew Riddle Decision (unanimous) (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) 3 5:00
Welterweight Ricardo Almeida def. T. J. Grant Decision (unanimous) (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) 3 5:00
Lightweight John Makdessi def. Pat Audinwood Decision (unanimous) (30–27, 30–27, 30–26) 3 5:00
  1. ^ For the UFC Welterweight Championship

Bonus awards

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The following fighters received $100,000 bonuses.[8]

  • Fight of the Night: Georges St-Pierre vs. Josh Koscheck
  • Knockout of the Night: Mac Danzig
  • Submission of the Night: Mark Bocek and Jim Miller (split, $50,000 each)

References

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See also

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UFC 124: St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2 was a event produced by the (UFC) that took place on December 11, 2010, at the in , , . The event featured 11 bouts, drawing an attendance of 23,152 spectators and generating a live gate of $4,586,000, while achieving approximately 785,000 buys. Headlined by a UFC Championship rematch between defending champion and challenger —whose first encounter occurred as an exhibition bout on in 2005—the card showcased a mix of title defense, quick finishes, and competitive decisions across , , and divisions. In the main event, St-Pierre dominated Koscheck over five rounds, utilizing precise leg kicks that severely hampered his opponent's mobility and led to a victory with scores of 50-45 across all three judges, marking his seventh successful title defense. The co-main event saw contender Jim submit Charles via kneebar in just 1:59 of the first round, earning Submission of the Night honors. Other highlights included Stefan Struve's first-round TKO of UFC debutant Sean via punches at 3:55, Mac Danzig's of Joe with a punch at 1:54 to claim Knockout of the Night, and Mark Bocek's additional Submission of the Night award for his first-round over Dustin Hazelett at 2:33. The event's undercard featured welterweight decisions such as Thiago Alves defeating unanimously (30-27 x3), Sean Pierson over (30-27 x3), and against T.J. Grant (30-27 x3), alongside a between Rafael Natal and Jesse Bongfeldt (28-28 x2, 29-28). St-Pierre versus Koscheck was awarded Fight of the Night, with bonus payouts of $100,000 each to the participants, while Danzig received $100,000 for his and and Bocek each earned $50,000 for their submissions. Held in St-Pierre's hometown, UFC 124 underscored the growing popularity of MMA in and solidified his status as a dominant during a pivotal era for the division.

Event Information

Date and Venue

UFC 124 took place on December 11, 2010. The event was held at the in , , , a prominent multi-purpose arena renowned as the home of the National Hockey League's and North America's largest hockey venue with a standard of 21,273. This marked the fourth UFC event at the , following in 2008, in 2009, and earlier in 2010, and the sixth overall UFC event in , following (2008), (2009), UFC Fight Night 19: Condit vs. Kampmann (2009), (2010), and (2010). As a numbered event under the banner, it featured a main card broadcast on premium cable and .

Attendance and Financial Performance

UFC 124 attracted a sold-out crowd of 23,152 spectators at the in , , marking the highest attendance for a UFC event in at the time. This figure surpassed previous Canadian benchmarks, such as the 21,390 attendees at UFC 83 in 2008, and underscored the event's strong local appeal driven by hometown hero headlining the card. The event generated a total gate revenue of $4,586,000, another record for UFC shows in during that era, reflecting robust ticket sales and premium pricing for the welterweight title bout. UFC president highlighted the financial success during the post-fight , noting that the gate exceeded expectations and contributed significantly to the promotion's North American earnings. On the front, UFC 124 achieved approximately 785,000 buys, bolstering its commercial impact and setting a new high for UFC events held in up to that point. This buyrate, fueled by St-Pierre's popularity and the rivalry with , demonstrated the promotion's growing international draw, particularly in French-speaking markets. Overall, these metrics highlighted UFC 124's role in elevating the organization's presence and profitability north of the border.

Background

Promotional Context

UFC 124, subtitled St-Pierre vs. Koscheck 2, was promoted as a rematch headlining the event, pitting defending champion against challenger . The bout served as St-Pierre's fifth title defense since regaining the belt, underscoring his status as the division's dominant force. St-Pierre entered the event riding an undefeated streak of six consecutive victories, all since his lone UFC title loss to in 2007, with prior successful defenses against elite contenders like , , Thiago Alves, and . This run highlighted his technical mastery in striking, , and fight IQ, positioning him as an unbeatable champion in the eyes of promoters and analysts. Koscheck, meanwhile, earned his shot as the top contender through a series of wins following his debut on Season 1, where he competed as a finalist in the division in 2005, showcasing his wrestling pedigree. Their first encounter at UFC 74 in 2007 had ended in St-Pierre's victory, fueling Koscheck's motivation for redemption. The event marked a pivotal moment in the UFC's expansion into , held at Montreal's to capitalize on growing national interest in , particularly with hometown hero St-Pierre on the card. As a major offering, it built on the organization's increasing footprint in the country since its 2008 debut event there, aiming to solidify MMA's popularity amid rising attendance and viewership. Pre-fight media coverage intensified the narrative around St-Pierre's overwhelming dominance against Koscheck's aggressive wrestling-based challenge, amplified by their coaching rivalry on Season 11, where Koscheck's trash-talking clashed with St-Pierre's composed demeanor. Outlets emphasized Koscheck's potential to exploit takedowns to neutralize St-Pierre's striking, while portraying the champion's undefeated title reign as a barrier to any upset. This storyline drove significant hype, framing the matchup as a test of wrestling versus well-rounded supremacy.

Card Alterations

The UFC 124 event, scheduled for December 11, 2010, at the in , , , experienced two notable alterations to its preliminary card due to fighter injuries. In the middleweight division, Canadian veteran (24-14 MMA, 5-6 UFC) was forced to withdraw from his scheduled bout against Rafael Natal (12-3 MMA, 0-1 UFC) after sustaining a training . This marked a setback for MacDonald, who had been targeting a return following a severe leg from in May 2010. Stepping in as a replacement was fellow Canadian and UFC newcomer Jesse Bongfeldt (21-7 MMA, 0-0 UFC), who entered the promotion on a seven-fight winning streak and aimed to make an immediate impact in his debut. The change was announced on October 20, 2010, by Natal's management team, Dominance MMA Management. Another adjustment occurred in the division when American fighter "T.J." Waldburger withdrew from his matchup against (5-1 MMA, 5-1 UFC) due to an unspecified injury. Replacing him was Canadian newcomer Sean Pierson (10-4 MMA, 0-0 UFC), marking his promotional debut and adding another international element to the card hosted in Riddle's home country. The UFC officially confirmed the bout on November 14, 2010, though initial reports surfaced in October. These substitutions introduced untested UFC talent in Bongfeldt and Pierson, both hailing from , which helped preserve the event's regional appeal amid the injuries to more established fighters like MacDonald and Waldburger. In the bout, Bongfeldt's grappling-heavy style offered a stylistic shift from MacDonald's wrestling base, potentially testing Natal's stand-up game more directly. Similarly, in , Pierson's striking prowess contrasted Waldburger's submission focus, creating a more balanced matchup for Riddle's versatile skill set. Overall, the changes maintained the card's competitive depth without significantly disrupting its structure, as both divisions retained strong preliminary offerings. No additional major alterations were reported leading up to the event, allowing the finalized 11-bout card to proceed as announced.

Fight Results

Main Card Outcomes

The main card of UFC 124 opened with a welterweight bout between Thiago Alves and John Howard. Alves dominated the fight with precise leg kicks that visibly damaged Howard's lead leg, complemented by takedowns and ground control throughout the three rounds. Alves won by unanimous decision with scores of 30-27 across all three judges. In the next lightweight matchup, faced . Danzig caught Stevenson with a clean left hook early in the first round, dropping him face-first to the canvas for a victory at 1:54. The lightweight co-main event pitted Jim Miller against . Oliveira initially threatened with an armbar attempt, but Miller reversed the position and transitioned to a kneebar, forcing the tap at 1:59 of the first round. This submission marked Oliveira's first professional loss. A clash followed between and . Struve swept McCorkle to mount after an early exchange and unleashed a barrage of punches, leading to a TKO stoppage at 3:55 of the first round. The event main event was a championship rematch between champion and challenger . St-Pierre controlled the pace from the outset, landing a powerful left hook in the first round that fractured Koscheck's right orbital bone, followed by relentless leg kicks that severely hampered Koscheck's mobility over five rounds. St-Pierre also utilized superior wrestling to secure takedowns and maintain top position. He defended his title via with identical scores of 50-45 from all three judges. In his post-fight , St-Pierre noted, "I know likes to throw his punches circular, and I'm a straight puncher."

Preliminary Card Outcomes

The preliminary card for UFC 124 featured six bouts across , , and divisions, contested at the in , , , on December 11, 2010. These non-televised fights provided a mix of decisions, a submission finish, and a draw, showcasing emerging talents and veterans in competitive matchups. In the lightweight opener, defeated Pat Audinwood via unanimous decision after three rounds, with judges scoring it 30-27 twice and 30-26; Makdessi controlled the stand-up exchanges with precise striking, including spinning back kicks and hooks, preventing Audinwood from mounting offense. Following that, veteran outpointed T.J. Grant by unanimous decision (30-27 on all cards) over three rounds, relying on superior to secure takedowns and maintain top control throughout the fight. Sean Pierson then earned a victory (30-27 across the board) against in their clash, dominating with effective jabbing and defensive wrestling to neutralize Riddle's ground game over three rounds. The bout between Rafael Natal and Jesse Bongfeldt ended in a after three rounds, with scores of 28-28 twice and 29-28 for Natal; the fight was closely contested, with Natal's early aggression offset by Bongfeldt's late rally. Mark Bocek secured a quick submission win in the division, tapping out Dustin Hazelett with a at 2:33 of the first round after executing a takedown and transitioning smoothly to the hold. Closing the prelims, Dan Miller edged Joe Doerksen by in their matchup (29-28 twice for Miller, 29-28 for Doerksen) following three rounds of grinding wrestling exchanges where Miller's takedowns proved decisive.

Awards and Aftermath

Bonus Awards

At UFC 124, the awarded post-fight bonuses to recognize exceptional performances, following the organization's standard structure at the time of $100,000 for Fight of the Night recipients and $100,000 for individual performance bonuses, which could be adjusted for splits. The Fight of the Night bonus, marking the first instance of fan voting in UFC , went to the championship main event between and , with each fighter receiving $100,000 for their five-round unanimous decision battle. Mac Danzig earned the Knockout of the Night award and $100,000 for his first-round knockout of via a left hook on the preliminary card. The Submission of the Night bonus was split between two preliminary card victors—Mark Bocek for his first-round submission of Dustin Hazelett at 2:33, and Jim Miller for his first-round kneebar finish of —resulting in $50,000 for each fighter under the pre-2013 format's adjustment for multiple recipients in a category.

Event Impact and Reactions

UFC president expressed strong dissatisfaction with the fan-voted Fight of the Night award at UFC 124, where supporters selected the main event between and over the preliminary bout between and Sean Pierson. White argued that Riddle versus Pierson delivered a more entertaining and intense three-round war, stating that the fans "blew their chance" with the vote and declaring the experiment a one-time failure, after which the UFC would revert to internal selections for bonuses. Georges St-Pierre's unanimous decision victory over at UFC 124 further solidified his status as the dominant champion, outlanding his opponent 110-16 in significant strikes and avoiding any threat to his title reign. This performance reinforced St-Pierre's technical mastery and psychological edge, paving the way for subsequent successful defenses against in April 2011 and in March 2013, extending his championship streak to nine consecutive wins. In the aftermath, required surgery to repair a broken orbital sustained from repeated jabs to his right eye during the main event, an that swelled his eye shut by the fight's conclusion and forced a brief recovery period. While Koscheck contemplated the long-term effects on his career, including potential retirement discussions amid the severity of the damage, he ultimately returned to competition just three months later at , defeating Matt Hughes and continuing his tenure until 2018. The event highlighted notable debuts and upsets, particularly Sean McCorkle's hyped debut ending in a first-round TKO loss to after just 3:55, which quickly diminished the trash-talking prospect's momentum and exposed vulnerabilities in his ground game. Conversely, Jim 's rapid kneebar submission of previously undefeated prospect at 1:59 of the first round marked a significant upset, propelling Miller to an 8-1 UFC record and elevating his profile in the lightweight division as a top contender candidate. UFC 124 significantly boosted the promotion's presence in the Canadian market, drawing a record-breaking attendance of 23,152 fans at Montreal's and generating a $4.6 million gate, which underscored the growing enthusiasm for MMA in the region and set benchmarks for future events like UFC 129. This success highlighted the appeal of hometown hero St-Pierre and antagonist Koscheck, contributing to sold-out crowds and heightened media coverage that expanded UFC's footprint north of the border. Long-term, the results influenced divisional rankings, with Stefan Struve's emphatic knockout of McCorkle initiating a five-fight win streak (including victories over Pat Barry, Dave Herman, Lavar Johnson, and ) from 2011 to 2012 that propelled him into the heavyweight top 10, establishing him as a perennial contender before his 2020 retirement. Miller's win similarly advanced his trajectory, leading to a No. 1 contender bout against in 2012 and solidifying his reputation as a durable grappler in the division.

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