C. Boi (right) loses to A. Arlovski (left) in the UFC Las Vegas 40. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
In the second most important fight of the UFC Las Vegas 40 this Saturday (16), he had a 'punch to the head', but the result for Carlos Boi did not come. In a duel of generations, the Bahian was surpassed by Andrei Arlovski in the unanimous decision of the judges (29-28, 29-28 and 29-28) and is unable to reach the heavyweight rankings (up to 120,2kg.).
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Veteran and former UFC heavyweight champion (up to 120,2kg), Arlovski scores his second victory in a row and now has a record of 32 wins, 20 losses and one 'no result' fight. Visibly tired, the Belarusian highlighted that it was a difficult fight, but he feels happy with the result.
On the other hand, Boi rules out his chances of reaching the top 15 in the heavyweight division and feels the 'bitter taste' of his second defeat. In his career in mixed martial arts, the Bahian has 11 positive results and two negative results.
The fight
Tense from the start, the duel between Carlos Boi e Andrei Arlovski It was marked by a lot of study in the beginning. The Brazilian scored well on the Belarusian's chest with a direct shot and continued to corner him. Despite having a smaller wingspan – around five centimeters, Boi was able to measure the distance, but the fight ended in open striking, with both athletes investing in their hands to gain the advantage. In the final stretch, the Bahian's opponent had a good moment and even connected a direct shot to 'leave a good impression'.
Even though it started out worse, Carlos Boi he kept 'marching' forward and tried to find his moment in the fight. In turn, a veteran, Arlovski only entered in sporadic moments and exposed himself little. In the final seconds, the Brazilian even tried – unsuccessfully – a flying knee.
At a disadvantage, Boi came back better and went up, trying to change the fate of the fight. He invested in frank striking, went up, but couldn't maintain the grip. Tired, the Brazilian managed to shake Arlovski, even though he didn't do enough to change the result.
Mayra Sheetara does poorly, is dominated by Manon Fiorot and loses on points
M. Fiorot dominates M. Sheetara and wins on points. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram UFC
Manon Fiorot remained undefeated in Ultimate, beating Mayra Sheetara on the main card of UFC Vegas 40. Without any major difficulties, the Frenchwoman completely dominated the Brazilian with stomps and kicks, taking the fight with a unanimous decision from the judges (30-27, 30-26, 30-27). The duel was valid for the flyweight division (up to 56,7kg).
The fight began with a frank exchange between the athletes. Mayra Sheetara invested in front kicks that hurt Manon Fiorot. So, the Frenchwoman decided to 'get back', managed to increase the intensity of her long-range strikes and even applied a takedown in the last minute of the fight, even though it was not effective.
In the second round, Fiorot went in to try for a takedown and was thwarted by Sheetara. With the lap standing, Mayra tried to impose her pace, denying her rival's attempts and cornering her in the short distance. Manon, in fact, had a good advantage, but felt a blow in the final stretch, being saved by the bell.
The same summary was written in the third and final round. While Mayra tried to close, Manon kept her distance and rejected the approach with front kicks. With about four minutes to go, Fiorot managed another takedown, landing in half guard. On top, however, the Frenchwoman was not effective and the fight was resumed on the feet, once again being commanded by the European.
Undefeated in Ultimate, Fiorot has her third victory in a series – the eighth in a row. Considered one of the flyweights' greatest promises, the Frenchwoman now has eight victories and just one setback.
Mayra, in turn, had her second duel without winning. In his career, there are seven positive results, two negative results and one draw.
In a duel of generations, Jim Miller achieves a brutal knockout and defeats a newcomer
J. Miller beats cutout and beats E. González. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram UFC
Brutal! On Saturday night (16), on the main card of UFC Las Vegas 40, MMA fans saw a record being broken with style. When he stepped into the Ultimate Octagon, Jim Miller He became the fighter who played the most in the organization (33) and knocked out, with a stylish cross, newcomer Erick González at 14 seconds of the second round.
Experienced, Miller proves that he still has 'wood to burn' in Ultimate. The North American is now recovering from two consecutive defeats and achieving his 22nd victory in the organization. In his career, there are 33 triumphs, 16 setbacks and one unsuccessful fight.
González, who was the newcomer of the night, starts his journey on the 'left foot'. He has broken his streak of two victories in a series and has updated his record to 14 positive results and six negative results.
Biggest underdog of UFC Vegas 40, Nate Landwehr surprises and submits Ludovit Klein
Who bet on nate landwehr at Odds Shark did well. Biggest underdog of the night with 4.00 odds, the North American achieved his first career submission victory by overcoming Ludovit Klein with a 'hand triangle'. The fight opened the main card of the night.
With the triumph, Landwehr managed to win for the second time in the organization – in four fights. Now, as a professional, the North American has 15 triumphs and four setbacks.
On the other hand, Klein recorded his second setback in a series – the fifth in his career. The Slovak has a record of 17 positive results and four negative results.
UFC Las Vegas 40 results
MAIN CARD
Featherweight (up to 65,7kg): Norm Dumont derrotou Aspen ladd in the unanimous decision of the judges (49-46,49-46, 48-47)
Heavy weight (120,2kg.): Andrei Arlovski derrotou Carlos Boi in the unanimous decision of the judges (29-28,29-28,29-28)
Light weight (up to 70,3kg.): Jim Miller derrotou Eric Gonzalez by knockout (punches) at 0m14s of R2
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Manon Fiorot derrotou Mayra Sheetara in the unanimous decision of the judges (30-26, 30-27,30-27)
Featherweight (up to 65,7kg): nate landwehr derrotou Ludovit Klein via submission (hand triangle) at 2m22s of R3
PRELIMINARY CARD
Average weight (up to 83,9kg): Bruno Blindado derrotou Andrew Sanchez by knockout (punches) at 2m35s of R3
Welterweight (up to 77kg): Danny Roberts derrotou Ramazan Emeyev in the unanimous decision of the judges (30-27, 29×28,28×29)
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Luana Dread derrotou Lupita Godinez in the unanimous decision of the judges (29-28,29-28,29-28)
Bantam weight (up to 61,2kg): Danaa Batgerel derrotou Brandon davis by technical knockout (punches) at 2m01s of R1
Straw weight (up to 52,1kg): Ariane Sorriso finished istela nunes with a rear naked choke at 2m57s of R3
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