R. Problema defeated S. Austin in just 31 seconds. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube
I didn't even notice the smell. Renan Problem impressed by knocking out Stuart Austin with a right hand bomb in 31 seconds, in a fight that closed the preliminary card of PFL #8 this Thursday (19). Thus, the Brazilian enters as a 'reserve fighter' in case there is any unforeseen event between the semi-finalists of the heavyweight tournament (up to 120,2kg). The event took place at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, in the United States.
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At 31 years old, Problema was involved in a problem at the beginning of the competition, when he faced Fabricio Werdum, with a fight without result – which practically took away his chances of qualifying for the semi-finals of the heavyweight tournament (up to 120,2kg.). Still, he scored two other devastating victories and now has a record of eight triumphs and two setbacks.
Austin, on the other hand, fails to make a good debut in the organization and suffers his eighth career defeat. At 33, the Englishman has a record of 15 positive results and eight negative results in his career in MMA.
THE FIGHT
Renan Problem He started the fight with low kicks, with a good save from Stuart Austin. The Brazilian still threw another kick – this time on the waist line. Soon after, he threw a right hand bomb that made the Englishman fall, already knocked out, on the decagon. Upon realizing that his rival had already surrendered, Problema decided not to throw any more punches and left celebrating his new triumph.
In a warm fight, Mo DeReese overcomes Carl Seumanutafa in the judges' decision
M. DeReese (right) wins again in the PFL. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
One of the victims of Bruno Cappelozza In the heavyweight tournament (up to 120,2kg), Mo De Reese finally managed to win again. The American fought against Carl Seumanutafa and managed to win with a unanimous decision from the judges (29-28, 29-28, 30-27).
In professional MMA since 2014, De Reese now has a record of eight triumphs and four setbacks.
On the other hand, Seumanutafa is 'negative' in his career, with 12 positive results and 14 negative results.
Marina Mokhnatkina has a lackluster debut, but defeats Claudia Zamora on points
M. Mokhnatkina (right) beat C. Zamora (left) on points. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter
Marina Mokhnatkina's debut in the PFL could have been better. Former Sambô champion and one of the promises in the lightweight category (up to 70,3kg), the Russian had a warm duel against Claudia Zamora in the third fight of the night. Still, the fighter emerged victorious in the judges' unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).
Having worked for Bellator, Marina debuts on the right foot in her new organization. An MMA professional since 2016, she has a record of six positive results and two negative results in her career.
Climbing initially to face Mariana morais – which replaces Larissa pacheco in the semifinals of the PFL tournament, Claudia did not have enough time to adapt to her opponent and lost for the second time in her career. The North American has already won three other times.
Amanda Leve manages a comeback and submits Miranda Barber in her MMA debut
A. Leve submits M. Barber in the first round. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter
Multi-time champion in jiu-jitsu, Amanda Leve didn't have an easy time making her debut in mixed martial arts. After being disadvantaged in her striking, the American decided to 'go back to her roots', taking down and submitting Miranda Barber with a rear naked choke in the first round. The fight was valid in the women's lightweight category (up to 70,3kg).
With two fights in amateur MMA, Leve achieved his first victory as a professional after a good career in the 'gentle art'. In a post-fight interview, she states that she enjoyed the experience and says she is 'hungry' to build her career in the organization.
On the other hand, Miranda Barber suffers her second defeat and now has an uncomfortable negative record (2-1). She was knocked out in her penultimate fight, against Laura Sanchez, in January 2020.
Christian Lohsen dominates, beats Jonas Flok and debuts with victory in the PFL
C. Lohsen dominates and beats J. Flok in his PFL debut. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
In the opening fight of PFL #8, Christian Lohsen took advantage of his first opportunity in the organization and was successful in his debut. The lightweight (up to 70,3kg) made use of his wingspan and control on the ground to beat Jonas Flok in a unanimous decision by the judges (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).
Ex-Contender Series, Lohsen gets his ninth career win. A professional since 2017, the North American was left out of the lightweight tournament, but shows that he could be one of the contenders for the title in the future. He also has two defeats.
Jonas Flok, who was also the night's debutant, did not leave the decagon with the result he expected and now suffers his sixth setback. In his career in MMA, he has another 14 triumphs.
PFL #8 Results
MAIN CARD
Lightweight: Kayla harrison defeated Genah Fabian by technical knockout at 4:01 of R1 – semi-final
Heavyweight: Bruno Cappelozza defeated Jamelle Jones by technical knockout at 1m33s of R2 – semi-final
Lightweight: Taylor Guardado derrotou Mariana morais in the judges' split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) – semi-final
Heavyweight: Before Delija defeated Denis Goltsov via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) – semi-final
PRELIMINARY CARD
Heavyweight: Renan Problem defeated Stuart Austin by knockout 31s into R1
Heavyweight: Mo DeReese defeated Carl Seumanutafa via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
Lightweight: Marina Mokhnatkina defeated Claudia Zamora via unanimous judges' decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Lightweight: Amanda Leve submitted Miranda Barber with a rear naked choke at 4m18s of R1
Lightweight: Christian Lohsen defeated Jonas Flok via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
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