STRONG IMAGE: Lauren Murphy wins, but leaves the Octagon at UFC 263 with a swollen eye

L. Murphy left with a swollen eye UFC 263. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Lauren Murphy got the better of Joanne calderwood, but will bear 'marks' from the duel on UFC 263 this Saturday (12). In a stand-up fight, the North American was superior to the Scottish and, even so, left with a swollen eye. With the triumph, she moved closer to a fight for the flyweight belt (up to 56,7kg), which belongs to Valentina Shevchenko.

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The first movement of combat occurred precisely with Lauren Murphy. The North American cornered the Scottish woman and connected with low kicks. On the other hand, Joanne calderwood 'gave the answer' and tried to take the fight to the cage. In the position, she bet on jabs and managed to score. In the final seconds, Murphy landed a spinning blow before the referee stopped him.

In the second round, it was Murphy's turn to attack the fence. She even used strength in the single leg and took down her opponent. On top, she even threatened to get a kimura, but – with Calderwood's defense, she decided to hit her opponent's ribs until the end of the round.

The last round was marked by the growth of Calderwood, who landed good blows – which made Murphy's eye swell. She even landed a knee before defending the American's takedowns. At the last minute, both fighters exchanged frank battles and the fight ended in an electrifying way.

Third in the flyweight rankings, Murphy, 37 years old, scores her fifth consecutive victory. Now, in her career, she has a record of 14 triumphs and four career setbacks.

On the other hand, Calderwood, 35, is experiencing fluctuations in Ultimate and is likely to drop a few positions in the division's rankings. The setback was the sixth of his career in MMA. She also has 15 wins.

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Before and after L. Murphy. Photo: Montage/SUPER FIGHTS

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