G. Teixeira puts a choke on J. Blachowicz. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
The story written by Glover Teixeira this Saturday (30), in Abu Dhabi, continues to bear fruit. After finishing Jan Blachowicz and win the light heavyweight belt in UFC 267, the Brazilian received recognition from the organization for his great achievement. New champion of the under-93kg group, the Minas Gerais native will take home more than R$280 in 'Performance' bonuses.
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At 42 years old, Teixeira entered as an underdog for the confrontation against a younger champion known for his aggression. The Brazilian, however, took no notice of the Pole and ended the confrontation in the second round.
Called a 'phenomenon' by Dana White, Khamzat Shimaev it will also leave Abu Dhabi with its pockets full. Back after overcoming a drama due to the consequences of Covid-19, contracted in December 2020, the Swede put on a show in the confrontation against li jingliang, 'erasing' the opponent in the first round without taking a single blow. The show led by the Ultimate student earned the athlete US$50.
The second most important confrontation of the event won the 'Best Fight' bonus. Protagonists of a real battle in the Octagon in the fight for the interim bantamweight belt (up to 61,2kg), Petr yan e Cory Sandhagen excited the public on 'Ilha da Luta'. In a five-round fight, the Russian was declared the winner with a unanimous decision by the judges.
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