P. Pimblett (left) and M. McCann (right) won in the UFC London. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
In an event marked by victories on the fast track, the Ultimate board decided to 'splurge' on recognizing those who shone in the UFC London, held this Saturday (19). After a great show in England, the company decided to reward nine athletes, who put on a show and achieved notable victories and earned the desired US$50 (around R$250). Card sensation, Paddy Pimblett is among those who benefited.
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Called, by some, 'new Conor McGregor', Pimblett shined again in his second appearance with UFC gloves. The athlete received one of the performance bonuses after making a great turnaround in his commitment and finishing Rodrigo vargas in the first round.
Paddy's personal friend, Molly McCann also took the 'jackpot'. Responsible for one of the most impressive knockouts of the 2022 season, in which he 'blacked out' Luana Dread, the Englishwoman also takes home the check she dreamed of.
Star of the main fight UFC London, Tom aspinall also had his merit recognized. The heavyweight (up to 120,2kg.) earned US$50 thousand after the 'tour' in front of Alexander Volkov. At the time, the company's promise finished the giant in the first round.
Responsible for 'ruining the party' Dan Hooker in the New Zealander's debut at featherweight (up to 65,7kg.), arnold allen There are plenty of reasons to celebrate. In addition to extending his undefeated streak to 11 victories, the Englishman gave his opponent a real beating, winning by knockout in less than three minutes.
Pivot of a fight with Paddy Pimblett behind the scenes at the 'media day' UFC London, Ilia Topuria was not left out of the list. The athlete earned US$50 after 'deleting' Jai Herbert with a hard knockout in the second round.
Promise of flies (up to 56,7kg.), Muhammad Mokayev I could not be happier. Opponent of cody durden, the 21-year-old had a grand debut in the organization and delivered a lightning-fast finish to his opponent in the clash that opened the event.
Big time in light heavyweight (up to 93kg.), Paul Craig He once again proved that he only needs a moment of distraction from his rival to win a confrontation. Experienced opponent Nikita Krylov in the event, the Scot showed power of resistance and withstood an aggressive opponent in the initial moments of the confrontation. The fighter, however, used jiu-jitsu to submit his opponent with a fatal triangle.
In the only heavyweight fight on the preliminary card, Sergei Pavlovich made the reputation of the dangers in the division worth it. 11 years younger than veteran Shamil Abdurakhimov, 40, the Russian stepped into the Octagon with an eye on a place in the top 15 heavyweights. To achieve his objective, the fighter achieved success with a tough knockout in the first round.
Another bonus came out of the confrontation that ended the preliminary card. In a featherweight clash, mawan amirkhani won the 'jackpot' with a submission against Mike Grundy even in the first minute. For the flash show, the fighter receives US$50.
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