UFC Adelaide: Wilson Reis beats Ben Nguyen and ends losing streak in Ultimate

W. Reis wins and ends a sequence of three setbacks. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @ufc

The Brazilian Wilson reis entered the octagon, on Saturday night (01), in Australia, needing a victory to stay in the organization. The Minas Gerais native, who was coming off three consecutive defeats, imposed his game and beat Ben Nguyen in a unanimous decision from the judges (30-27, 30-27, 30-27). The flyweight was the only representative from Brazil on the UFC Adelaide preliminary card.

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With the triumph, Reis wins his 23rd career victory. As for his rival, Nguyen has the second setback in a row. He was defeated by Jussier da Silva at UFC 221, in February this year.

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The fight

The first round began with Nguyen's attack. The Brazilian took advantage of his rival's kick to grab his leg and attempt a takedown. With his insistence, Wilson managed to take his rival to the ground and tried to put his back on the ground. However, Ben managed to get on all fours and stood up. Thus, the fight was back on track. Even when striking, Reis imposed his rhythm in the confrontation. The miner caught his rival's legs and put the fight on the ground again. ‘Ben 10’ tried to get up, but the Brazilian managed to keep him in the fight until the end of the partial

The Brazilian started the second round attacking his rival with crosses and straight shots. With a low kick, Wilson caught his legs and took the American down. The jiu-jitsu black belt took his back and tried to lock in a rear naked choke, but couldn't get a good position. Thus, 'Ben 10' managed to free himself from the grip and got back on his feet. Nguyen connected with a good right cross and the Brazilian tried to take him down again, but Ben managed to stay on his feet. After persisting with his strategy, Reis managed to put his opponent on the ground. The Muay Thai athlete next to the fence managed to stay on his feet. The athletes apply short hooks and the second half comes to an end.

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The last round began with Nguyen connecting with good right crosses and still managed to avoid his rival's approach. The flyweights threw blows into the void. Wilson arrived at Bem, pulled his legs and knocked him down. Again, the North American managed to stay on his feet, but with Reis holding onto his leg. However, the miner gave up on the catch. After ‘Ben 10’ he managed to land a jab and the opponent missed the entry on the legs but managed another takedown. Nguyen reversed the game and got up. The flyweights exchanged some crosses. That way the fight ended.