Heavyweight 'monster' Alexandr Romanov massacres and submits without being touched at UFC Las Vegas 53

A. Romanov in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Simply relentless. Heavyweight 'Monster' (up to 120,2kg.), Alexander Romanov He once again put on a show in the Ultimate Octagon. Opponent of Chase sherman No. UFC Las Vegas 53, held this Saturday (30), the Moldovan gave his rival no chance and finished without even being touched. The triumph came in the first round.

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With the victory, Romanov made the organization's bet worthwhile. The fighter now has 16 consecutive victories and doesn't know what it's like to lose as a professional in MMA.

substitute for Tanner Boser for the fight, Sherman had another frustrating performance in the UFC. The trip marked the fourth consecutive setback for the athlete in the company.

In an interview still in the octagon, Alexandr assured that he will continue winning to reach his dream. The athlete aims for the heavyweight belt, today, in possession of Francis Ngannou.

The fight

The confrontation began with Romanov applying a takedown to Sherman in the opening seconds. From below, Chase tried to free himself, but Alexandr continued to press. Sherman struggled and managed to stay on his feet, but was soon knocked down. With just over a minute of fighting, Romanov got the mount and attacked the opponent. ground and pound. Halfway through the round, the Moldovan caught an American and forced his opponent to tap out.

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UFC Las Vegas 53 results

MAIN CARD

Bantam weight (up to 61,2kg): Rob font x Marlon Vera

Heavy weight (up to 120,2kg): Andrei Arlovski x Jake collier

Featherweight (up to 65,7kg): André Fili x Joanderson Tubarão

Light weight (up to 70,3kg.): Jared gordon x Grant dawson

Featherweight (up to 65,7kg): Darren Elkins x Tristan connelly

Average weight (up to 83,9kg): Krzysztof Jotko x Gerald meerschaert

PRELIMINARY CARD

Heavy weight (up to 120,2kg): Alexander Romanov finished Chase sherman with an American 2m11s from R1

Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Francisco Figueredo finished Daniel Miojo with a straight kneebar at 1m18s of R1

Welterweight (up to 77kg): Gabe Green derrotou Yohan Lainesse by technical knockout at 4m02s of R2

Light weight (up to 70,3kg.): Nathan Levy derrotou Mike Breeden in the unanimous decision of the judges (29-28, 30-27, 29-28)

Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Shanna Young derrotou Gina Mazany by technical knockout at 3m11s of R2

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