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Marvin Vettori amplified Kevin Holland’s wrestling deficiencies with a dominant and record-breaking main event victory – before calling for a rematch against existing champion Israel Adesanya, who beat him by split decision three years ago this month. Elsewhere, there were big wins for women’s strawweight Mackenzie Dern and featherweight Arnold Allen among others.
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Deiveson Figueiredo wasted no time at all against Alex Perez (#4) to complete his first flyweight title defence within two minutes of their main event matchup, while Valentina Shevchenko showcased her wrestling en route to a UD win over a gamely Jennifer Maia in the night’s co-main. Elsewhere, there were wins for Brandon Moreno and Katlyn Chookagian, among others. Continue reading “UFC 255: Deiveson Figueiredo, Valentina Shevchenko with contrasting title defences”
#3 ranked lightweight Dustin Poirer outlasted #5 ranked Dan Hooker in a Fight of the Year candidate, topping off a brilliant UFC Vegas main card. There were big wins for Mike Perry, Brendan Allen and a triumphant return on short notice for Julian Erosa among others on display during a memorable evening of action. Continue reading “UFC on ESPN 12: Dustin Poirier beats Dan Hooker in Fight of the Year candidate”
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