Dan Hooker in victory over Mateusz gamrot No. UFC 305. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @ufc
August was an electrifying month for MMA fans. The octagon was the scene of unforgettable fights. With the weekend without events, SUPER FIGHTS recalls the most memorable moments of the month's main fights.
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The five fights on the list took place in the UFC octagon, with the highlight being the war between Dan Hooker e Mateusz gamrot, as well as former champion, Brazilians and a promising Russian in the organization.
Dan Hooker vs Mateusz Gamrot – UFC 305
In a fight between two big names in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg), Dan Hooker e Mateusz gamrot The New Zealander, encouraged by the crowd, opted for an aggressive strategy, while the Polish fighter tried to control the pace of the fight. The fight went to the judges, who gave the victory to Hooker in a split decision.
Israel Adesanya x Dricus du Plessis – UFC 305
Dricus du Plessis x Israel adesanya made the main fight of the UFC 305. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter/UFC
The rivalry between Adesanya and du Plessis reached its peak in the octagon. The middleweight champion (up to 83,9kg), with his characteristic movement, dominated the first rounds.
Du Plessis showed great resistance and finished the Nigerian with a rear naked choke to defend his belt in the main fight of the night.
Caio Borralho vs Jared Cannonier – UFC Vegas 96
Caio Borralho during confrontation against Jared Cannonier. Photo: Reproduction/UFC
Caio Borralho surprised the world by defeating the veteran Jared Cannonier. With an impeccable performance, the Brazilian dominated most of the fight and came close to submission. The victory consolidated his position in the top 5 of the middleweight division (up to 83,9 kg).
Deiveson Figueiredo x Marlon Vera – UFC Abu Dhabi
Deiveson Figueiredo, once again demonstrated his talent in the octagon. The Brazilian controlled the fight against Marlon Vera and came away with the victory by unanimous decision. With this result, he positions himself as a strong candidate for the bantamweight belt.
Shara Magomedov x Michał Oleksiejczuk – UFC Abu Dhabi
Shara Magomedov wins at UFC Abu Dhabi. Photo: Reproduction/UFC
Shara Magomedov Magomedov has secured an important victory in the middleweight division. The Russian dominated Poland's Michał Oleksiejczuk with his powerful kicks and punches. The victory puts Magomedov as a name to watch in the category.
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