D. Lewis in post-fight interview. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
On a card marked by big knockouts, it was not easy for Ultimate representatives to manage to define the 'Performance of the Night' bonuses for UFC Las Vegas 19, held this Saturday (20). The organization dispensed with the 'Best Fight' award and awarded Derrick Lewis for the devastating knockout over Curtis blaydes. The athletes Tom aspinall, Chris Daukas, Aiemann Zahabi They will also take home US$50 (almost R$157) each.
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Lewis, who was seen as the underdog at the betting house, surprised MMA lovers and experts by knocking out Blaydes. With the triumph, the Nigerian achieved his fourth victory in a row and got closer to a fight for the heavyweight belt (up to 120,2kg), which currently belongs to Miocic.
In the clash that opened the main card, Tom aspinall He also had reasons to be proud. In the duel against the former Ultimate champion, Andrei Arlovski, the Englishman finished with a rear naked choke in the second round.
Another heavyweight duel, Chris Daukas overcame the initial pressure from the experienced alexey oleynik and also won the bonus. In the fight, the fighter managed to achieve a good streak before knocking out Oleynik. Now, he should reach the Top 15 in the category.
The only one from the preliminary card on the list, Aiemann Zahabi he hadn't won a fight since 2017. However, the Canadian overcame the initial pressure from Drako Rodriguez and reversed the situation with a flying knee to settle the score.
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