Knockout over Cigano earns Miocic extra bonus at UFC 211

S. Miocic (right) didn't lose J. Cigano (left) (Photo: Reproduction/Twitter UFC Brasil)

Stipe Miocic had an excellent night in Dallas, in the United States, this Saturday (13). In addition to defending his UFC heavyweight title at UFC 211 against junior gypsy, becoming one of the few champions in the category to defend his belt twice, the Croatian-American also received a bonus for knocking out the Brazilian.

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The UFC announced that Miocic won the Performance of the Night award for his knockout over Cigano. The champion will receive a check for $50 for their efforts. The other recipient of the honor was Jason Knight. The American featherweight had a spectacular performance against the dangerous Chas Skelly, knocking out his compatriot in the third round. He will also receive $50.

The Fight of the Night award went to the duel between Chase sherman and Rashad Coulter, valid in the heavyweight division. The two exchanged punches for almost 10 minutes, before Coulter, who accepted the fight two weeks in advance, fell unconscious after an elbow. The rookie's bravery earned him US$50, an amount also given to Sherman.