Submission earns Alexandre Pantoja R$258 for 'Performance of the Night' at UFC 277

A. Pantoja (right) submitted A. Perez (left) in the first round. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @ufcespanol

Alexandre pantoja had a dream night at UFC 277, an event held this Saturday (30), in Dallas (USA). In addition to the triumph over Alex Perez via rear naked choke in the first round, the Rio native returned home with a prize of US$50 (around R$258 at current prices) for his performance.

The fighter even got closer to a chance at the flyweight belt (up to 56,7kg). Back in the organization's octagon after a year, Pantoja 'stood up' in front of Perez. He now has three triumphs in a row and awaits the resolution and return of Deiveson Figueiredo, linear champion of the category.

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Responsible for ruining the 'Brazilian party', Drew dober he knocked out Rafael Alves with a kick to the waist and was also awarded for his performance. The duel was decided in the third round of the confrontation.

Furthermore, 'Fight of the Night' was the fight for the interim flyweight belt (up to 56,7kg). In a confrontation marked by balance, Kai Kara France had the upper hand, when he was surprised by a kick to the ribs of Brandon Moreno. The Mexican, when wearing the belt, already tried to probe the quadrilogy in front of Deiveson Figueiredo, owner of the linear title.

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