K. Vieira defeated M. Tate in the UFC Las Vegas 43. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Brazilian promise for bantamweight (up to 61,2kg.), Ketlen Scallop He went through the biggest commitment of his career. Opponent of Miesha Tate in the main fight of UFC Las Vegas 43, held this Saturday (20), the combatant did not have an easy life, but managed to overcome the former champion of the category. After five busy rounds, the Tupiniquim was declared the winner in a unanimous decision by the judges.
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With the result, Ketlen, in addition to defending seventh place in the group led by Amanda nunes, won again in the organization. Now, the fighter has 12 wins as a professional in MMA and is getting closer to a fight for the group's belt.
Bantamweight champion in 2016, Tate tried, but was unable to overcome the Brazilian's precise strikes. The American's stumble marked the athlete's first setback since the fighter came out of retirement.
The fight
The confrontation began with Miesha taking the initiative with a jab. The Brazilian responded with a cross, which touched the former champion's face. Vieira once again attacked her opponent with a new combination, which seemed to shake the American. Tate continued to be unable to stop the Brazilian's actions, who continued to have an advantage in the stand-up fight. Miesha tried to enter the Tupiniquim's range of action, but ended up being hit by the athlete, who showed confidence in the clash. Near the final minute, the North American had a good moment, when she passed, she hit the Tupiniquim with a combination of punches. The former champion started to press Ketlen against the bars, but the Brazilian freed herself. In the final seconds, Vieira attempted a takedown, but the American defended well, holding the fight until the bell sounded.
In the second stage, Tate went up and hit the Brazilian with an overhand. The Brazilian responded in kind. The duel remained tense, with the combatants looking for a knockout. The duel continued back and forth, with the athletes launching heavy attacks that touched their faces. With two minutes left in the half, Tate connected with a clean shot to the Brazilian's face, which shook. The North American tried to take advantage of the good moment and continued walking towards the Tupiniquim. In the final seconds, the former champion surprised again with a straight shot, but there was no more time.
The third round began with Tate trying to close the distance, but Ketlen stopped the former champion's actions with jabs. The Brazilian continued to score with combinations of punches, which touched the former champion's face. In the final minute, a cross from the Brazilian rocked the North American, who immediately went into a grappling fight. Pressing the Tupiniquim against the bars, Miesha tried to take her down, but Vieira defended herself well. In the final seconds, the former champion tried to pressurize, but the timer ran to zero.
In the fourth round, the athletes started to engage in frank exchanges. Tate shortened it with a kick to the waistline and then landed a clean right to the Tupiniquim's face, which she absorbed well. After just over a minute, Miesha went for Vieira's legs and managed a takedown. The Brazilian managed to get up, but the former champion remained glued to Ketlen. The North American continued to press the Brazilian against the fence and tried to nullify her opponent's game. With two minutes remaining, Vieira managed to free himself and the fight was fought again in the center of the octagon. Trying for a knockout, the fighters began to exchange powerful blows. Towards the end of the round, Ketlen started to get the better of the exchange, landing punches on the opponent's face, but there was no more time.
The last round started off on fire. The athletes left everything in the octagon and accepted open exchanges. Still in the first minute, Miesha feinted an attack and attempted a takedown on the Brazilian, who defended well. Vieira responded with a cross and shook the former champion. Tate managed to recover and was trying to get revenge. Ketlen continued to walk forward and score with jabs and straight shots. With just over a minute remaining, Miesha had significant bleeding on her face. The former champion, however, showed desire and did not give up on the fight. The Brazilian's jabs continued to prevent the North American from approaching, whose actions were frustrated by the Tupiniquim. The assault ended with the athletes exchanging attacks in the center of the Octagon.
UFC Las Vegas 43 RESULTS
MAIN CAR
Bantamweight: Ketlen Scallop derrotou Miesha Tate in the unanimous decision of the judges (48-47, 49-46, 48-47)
Welterweight Weight: Sean brady derrotou Michael chiesa in the unanimous decision of the judges (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Fly weight: Taila Santos finished Joanne Wood with a rear naked choke at 4m49s of R1
Bantamweight: Rani Yaya derrotou Kyung Ho Kang in the unanimous decision of the judges (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Bantamweight: Adrian Yanez derrotou davey grant in the judges' split decision (29-28, 27-30, 29-28)
PRELIMINARY CARD
Feather weight: pat sabatini derrotou Tucker Lutz in the unanimous decision of the judges (30-27, 30-26, 30-27)
Lightweight: Rafa Garcia derrotou Nathan Levy in the unanimous decision of the judges (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Straw weight: Loopy Godinez derrotou Loma Lookboonmee in the unanimous decision of the judges (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Fly weight: cody durden derrotou Aoriqileng in the unanimous decision of the judges (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Feather weight: Shayilan Nuerdanbieke derrotou Sean Soriano in the unanimous decision of the judges (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Straw weight: Luana pinheiro derrotou Sam Hughes in the unanimous decision of the judges (30-27, 29-28, 30-27)
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