Veteran receives black belt in jiu-jitsu after knocking out Brazilian at UFC Vegas 108

N. Magny in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @neil_magny170

Neil Magny lived a remarkable moment in his career last Saturday (2), at UFC Vegas 108. The 38-year-old veteran overcame a balanced first round against Elizeu 'Capoeira' and took advantage of the Brazilian's fatigue to apply a devastating sequence of knees, achieving the knockout. The triumph It would have been special in itself, but Magny's night took on even greater meaning after the fight.

During the press conference, the American was surprised by his coaches, who awarded him the long-awaited black belt in jiu-jitsu, recognition for his dedication and evolution in the gentle art.

TKO wins 4th on the all-time UFC wins list Black Belt What a night for Neil Magny.

Magny was presented with his jiu-jitsu black belt during the UFC Vegas 108 post-fight presser. pic.twitter.com/Q3YNdaDcvX

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The victory ends a difficult moment in Magny's career, who had suffered two consecutive defeats and had not won since January 2024. Elizeu Capoeira, also 38 years old, the result represents another setback: this was his second consecutive defeat, with only one victory in the last five appearances.

Elizeu Capoeira feels tired and ends up being knocked out by Neil Magny

Neil Magny knocked out Elizeu Capoeira No. UFC Las Vegas 108 (Photo: Twitter/UFC News)

Neil Magny He started the fight by walking forward and trying to control the center of the octagon. Elizeu Capoeira He attempted a kick to the American's body, but the American caught his leg. Magny moved forward, combining punches, and Capoeira responded with a right cross. Once again, the Brazilian took advantage of the American's advance to land another hard cross, placing his opponent on his back against the fence. The two began exchanging strength, switching positions a few times on the fence. Capoeira won the exchange of strength and even clamped Magny from behind. The Brazilian attempted a single-leg entry, but the American defended well and escaped the hold. After a brief exchange, Capoeira closed in and again grabbed his opponent against the fence. Magny once again escaped the hold and worked a good boxing combination. In the final stretch, the two exchanged more openly, and Capoeira attempted another takedown at the sound of the bell.

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Right at the beginning of the second round, Elizeu Capoeira took advantage of the advance of Neil Magny and managed to take down his opponent on his first takedown attempt. On his back, the American attacked a triangle choke and an omoplata, but the Brazilian defended well. Elizeu attempted an attack on Magny's leg and managed to regain the position in his opponent's guard. The Brazilian gained half-guard, but the American managed to get back up. Next, it was Magny who applied a takedown and landed on top. As he tried to get up, Capoeira ended up with his head exposed and received hard knees. Magny continued the pressure, going to the back and landing numerous blows on the Brazilian, who cooled down and saw the referee stop the fight.

Watch Neil Magny's knockout of Elizeu Capoeira at UFC Vegas 108

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