R. Yahya in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Experience won. First Brazilian to enter the octagon on the main card of the UFC Las Vegas 43, Rani Yaya He proved that he is still capable of performing at a high level within the organization. Opponent of Kyung Ho Kang This Saturday (20), the veteran demonstrated his excellence in grappling and surpassed his rival's striking quality. After three rounds, the Tupiniquim was declared the winner in a unanimous decision by the judges.
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With the victory, Rani confirmed the good moment in her career. The 37-year-old athlete reached the second positive result in a row.
Defeated by the Brazilian, Kang had his good moment in Ultimate. The South Korean had three consecutive positive results.
The fight
The confrontation began with the athletes exchanging blows in the center of the Octagon. While the Brazilian bet on low kicks, Kang launched jabs and straight shots. Still in the first minute, Rani flew at her opponent's legs and sought the first takedown. Kyung was pushing and trying to prevent Yahya from putting his strategy into practice. The South Korean managed to free himself and the duel was once again fought on the feet. In striking, Kyung had the upper hand and touched the Brazilian more with jabs and straight shots. The South Korean remained aggressive and continued to punish the Tupiniquim, who was unable to impose himself. In the final seconds, Rani attempted a takedown again, but there was no more time.
At the beginning of the second round, Yahya was hit by a right cross from Kang. At a disadvantage, the Brazilian went for his legs and took the duel to the ground. The Tupiniquim reached the back and started to rehearse a submission. Kyung defended himself, but Rani looked for openings for the rear naked choke. The Tupiniquim continued to have an advantage and did not allow their rival to react. In the final minute, Yahya remained glued to his opponent until the timer reached zero.
The last round started with new frank striking and with Kang getting the upper hand. The South Korean again got the worst of it and, once again, went for the fall. In an advantageous position, the Brazilian attempted a submission again. On the ground, the Tupiniquim continued to prove its superiority. While Kang tried to get out of position, Rani continued to control. In the final minute, the Brazilian continued to dominate and hit his opponent with attacks from top to bottom. The confrontation ended with the Brazilian attacking from above.
Adrian Yanez beats Davey Grant in even fight
A. Yanez (right) defeated D. Grant (left) in the UFC Las Vegas 43. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
In the fight that opened the main card of UFC Las Vegas 43, full balance. Bantamweight representative (up to 61,2kg.), Adrian Yanez He didn't have an easy life, but he managed to convince two of the three side judges after three rounds of battle against davey grant. After 15 minutes, the athlete was declared the winner in a split decision.
With the victory, Yanez extended his undefeated streak in Ultimate. Now, the fighter has four consecutive victories and doesn't know what it's like to lose with the organization's gloves on.
Defeated at the show, Grant did not hide his disappointment after the official announcement. The athlete had his second stumble in a row in the event.
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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