The Octagon headed south of the border for tonight’s UFC Mexico Metropolis occasion, with 4 fighters finally incomes efficiency bonuses.
The spotlight of the battle card was a males’s flyweight bout pitting former division champion Brandon Moreno in opposition to Ronner Kavanaugh. The competition turned out to be a popping out celebration for the lonely Kavanagh younger British fighter. The rising prospect shortly outclassed Brandon Moreno from the opening bell, simply outpointing the previous champion within the first two rounds. The third, fourth, and fifth rounds have been very shut, however “Murderer Child” by no means actually gained any momentum and misplaced by unanimous resolution. It is a massive win for Kavanaugh and can catapult him close to the highest of the flyweight rankings.
UFC Mexico Metropolis was co-headlined by a males’s bantamweight bout between former division title challengers Marlon Vera and David Martinez. Up-and-comer David Martinez did nicely on this contest. ‘The Black Spartan’ used his velocity and footwork to get the higher of Marlon Vera within the first two rounds. Nonetheless, “Tito” ultimately regained his type within the third and closing spherical, however it wasn’t sufficient to earn a stoppage or a call from the judges.
After tonight’s occasion, UFC officers introduced within the post-fight press convention that 4 fighters will take residence efficiency bonuses.
Tonight’s battle: Regina Tarin and Ernesta Kalekite every pocketed $100,000 in an exhilarating battle on tonight’s UFC Mexico Metropolis prelude card. Ultimately, Taryn received the competition by unanimous resolution.
Night time efficiency: Imanol Rodriguez earned an extra $100,000 for his second-round TKO victory over Kevin Borjas (see particulars right here).
Night time efficiency: Lonely Kavanaugh earned one other $100,000 with a shocking unanimous resolution victory over former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno in tonight’s principal occasion.
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