J. Peregrino is defeated by C. Collard. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
The last Brazilian to take action at PFL 4, an event held this Wednesday (10), Joilton Peregrino faced off against North American Clay Collard on the main card, but was defeated in a split decision by the judges (29-28, 28- 29, 29-28). The fight was valid for the organization's lightweight tournament (up to 70,3kg).
With the defeat, Joilton Peregrino – who represents Germany – leaves the tournament without scoring. The fighter had already lost to Raush Manfio and met his second defeat in a row. Now, he has a record of 34 triumphs, nine setbacks and one unsuccessful fight.
On the other hand, Clay Collard passes the first phase with 'mastery'. Previously, he had knocked out Anthony Pettis, who was considered the big favorite for the award and has now won his third consecutive victory. In his record, there are 20 positive results, eight negative and one 'I didn't answer'.
THE FIGHT
As expected, the fight between the fighters started off busy. Clay Collard was the first to try a cross, but he saw Joilton Peregrino respond and take him down for the ground game. With an advantage, the Brazilian naturalized German took advantage of the opportunity to apply a hand triangle. The American, incredibly, managed to free himself after almost 'blacking out' in the decagon. Upon getting up, he still stood up and kicked his opponent in the ribs. With an advantage, Peregrino continued with his clinch strategy until the end of the round.
If the beginning was electrifying, the second round had the same 'spice'. Based on boxing, Collard hit Peregrino with front kicks and returned to exploring the waist line. He still landed good blows close to the fence, while the Brazilian was already retreating and feeling each blow that hit him. Cornered, however, Joilton applied a beautiful judo takedown and tried to go to the back, but did not progress in the position.
In the third and final stage, Clay Collard continued to invest in boxing to reach Joilton Peregrino. In the opening seconds, the North American cornered his opponent with hard uppers e jabs who touched and hurt the Brazilian. The exchange became frank in the final stretch of the fight, with both competitors betting on their hands to achieve victory. Still, strategically, Peregrino attacked the legs and took down Collard. On the ground, he still hit and managed to score, but saw his opponent break free and explode. Then, still on the fence, the Brazilian lifted and pinned the North American to the ground.
In a warm fight, Bubba Jenkins wins and qualifies for the next phase
B. Jenkins beats B. Moffett by unanimous decision of the judges. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Representative of the featherweight division (up to 65,7kg.), Bubba Jenkins He 'used and abused' his Wrestling and, in a warm fight, beat Bobby Moffett by unanimous decision from the judges (29-28, 29-28, 29-28). The athlete went through some trouble in the third round when he received a guillotine choke and standing combinations in the last round, but he knew how to 'suffer' and held off his opponent's momentum until the end of the fight.
Thus, Jenkins achieved his fifth consecutive triumph and qualified for the playoffs of feathers. The American had already managed to beat Lance Palmer, also by decision, in his debut fight. Professional since 2011, he has a record of 16 wins and four losses in his career.
Ex-Ultimate, Moffett is facing his worst streak since he debuted in mixed martial arts in 2013. Currently, the North American has had four fights (three losses and one no result) without knowing what it means to win. In his career, there are 13 positive results, five negative results and one 'no contest'.
Brendan Loughnane wins thrilling fight against Tyler Diamond
In an exciting fight, B. Loughnane defeated T. Diamond. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
In an electrifying duel that opened the PFL 4 main card, Brendan Loughnane suffered in the last round, but managed to win Tyler Diamond. The Englishman came close to knocking out his opponent, but the fight dragged on for three rounds. Still, he left with his 'hands up' in the judges' majority decision (30-27, 29-27, 28-28). The clash was valid in the featherweight category (up to 65,7kg).
The triumph enabled Loughnane to expand his positive career streak. Now, there are seven consecutive victories. The Englishman has a history of 21 positive results – his fourth in the PFL – and three negative results. He is classified as playoffs of the tournament.
In his second fight in the organization, Diamond ended up not being able to impose his rhythm throughout the confrontation. Only aggressive in the third round, the North American ended up succumbing and losing for the second time in his career. He also has 12 wins.
PFL 4 Results 2021
MAIN CARD
Lightweight: Claressa shields defeated Brittney Elkin via technical knockout at 1m44s of R3
Lightweight: Clay Collard defeated Joilton Peregrino in the judges' split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
Feather weight: Bubba Jenkins defeated Bobby Moffett via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Feather weight: Brendan Loughnane derrotou Tyler Diamond in the majority decision of the judges (30-27, 29-27, 28-28)
PRELIMINARY CARD
Lightweight: Natan schulte defeated Alex Martinez via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
Lightweight: Olivier Aubin-Mercier defeated Marcin Held via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Lightweight: Loik Radzhabov defeated Akhmed Aliev by knockout in 27 seconds. from R1
Feather weight: Sheymon Moraes submitted Jesse Stirn with a kimura at 4m59s of R2
Feather weight: Chris Wade defeated Arman Ospanov by knockout at 2:18 of R2
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