It wasn't easy, but Chris Cyborg was able to show all its technical quality in front of Holly holm and left the Octagon at UFC 219 still holding the featherweight belt. Going to the decision for the first time in Ultimate, the Brazilian achieved another big victory in her illustrious career, but went through some troubles, especially in the first round.
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However, after the initial scare, the champion knew how to adapt and managed to confuse the challenger with the variety of her strikes, in addition to the weight of her hands. Using high kicks and kicks to the body Holly holm, Cyborg varied with right hooks, neutralizing the North American's main weapons: the high kick and, mainly, the straight left, which hindered the Brazilian during the initial round.
But if you didn't see Cyborg's victory over Holm, or want to rewatch the duel, click on the player below.
VIDEO CRIS CYBORG X HOLLY HOLM UFC 219
"Cyborg made great adjustments as a champion." @jon_anik @joerogan and @dominickcruz recap the madness of Cyborg vs. Holm at #UFC219 https://t.co/150RnWyEVH
- FOX Sports: UFC (@UFCONFOX) December 31, 2017
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