J. Maia wins in submission before making his UFC debut. Photo: Disclosure / Photo Fight Brasil
No date set for his UFC debut, Jennifer maia led the card of the 2nd edition of the Imortal Grappling Challenge, held last weekend in São José dos Pinhais-PR. With an armbar 4m26s into the fight, she forced Marta Gladiadora to do all three taps in the submission duel.
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“This fight was good for me to stay in the competition rhythm. My opponent came in to win, the rule that only submissions count, not points, made me fight until I got the submission”, celebrated the strawweight. “Regarding the UFC, we have speculation that I will be making my debut in July, but nothing has been confirmed yet.”
John Allan wins another one and aims for a chance on Dana White's show
The grappling event preceded the professional MMA card of the 8th edition of Imortal FC, whose main fight was the duel between the packed John allan and veteran Edvaldo Gameth, who replaced ex-UFC Rodrigo Monstro on weigh-in day. Better for young Allan, 25 years old. After punishing his opponent with low kicks until he collapsed to the ground, the Curitiba native defined the duel with a katagatame in the third round, recording his fourth consecutive victory.
The good run motivates the Chute Boxe middleweight to seek a place in the “Contender Series”, a program led by Dana White, which will have an edition for Brazilian athletes in Las Vegas in August.
“I come from victories over tough athletes and this victory at Imortal should take me to greater heights. I have my feet on the ground, I think fight by fight, but I feel ready to show my work on the biggest stages. Today, the 'Contender Series' is the biggest showcase for world MMA, so, if (the call) happens, I will embrace the opportunity with all my strength and do my best”, he promises.
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