I saw it too, didnt think it was a 'unpretty' by any stretch, still almost got a couple of chances on a sub. More his skill level than his disability that will prevent him from kicking on in the UFC.
Good to see aussie LHW Jim Crute get a contract via the Contender Series though, solid first round KO, probably see him on the Adelaide card now.
the guy he was facing wasn't exactly high level from what I could gather.
I hoped he made it, I really did. Was rooting for him hard.
Athletically, you can't knock Newell for a second. But I don't see how his skill level and any ceiling on that skill, isn't related to him only having one arm? That's literally the only thing holding him back.. it certainly isn't his heart, toughness, dedication or perseverance.
Those sub attempts were from his opponent stupidly shooting doubles from the other side of the cage.
Newell just doesn't have the weapons; defensively or offensively.
Although I would get a huge kick out of him destroying CM Punk or that Jackson fella.