Undefeated fighter challenges Jose Aldo after UFC Tampa win: 'Whenever you want'

Undefeated fighter Daniel Marcos challenges José Aldo after victory at UFC Tampa . Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC News

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Daniel Marcos secured an important victory by defeating Adrian Yanez by split decision, extending his unbeaten record in the octagon. The fight had moments of balance, but the Peruvian proved more technical and effective in the bantamweight bout (up to 65,7kg) at UFC Tampa this Saturday (14). After the positive result, the fighter took the opportunity to challenge José Aldo.

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With the victory, Daniel Marcos remains undefeated in the UFC, with a record of 17 wins and no losses.

Adrian Yanez has a record of 17 wins and six losses.

Daniel Marcos defeats Adrian Yanez and remains undefeated in the UFC

The fight started at a fast pace, with Yanez trying to impose his volume of blows, but Marcos proved to be more precise and efficient in his actions. Despite an incident with a finger in the eye and a low kick that interrupted the flow of the fight, the Peruvian remained focused and continued with his strategy, taking advantage of his opponent's mistakes.

In the second round, the fight continued to be very close, with both fighters exchanging blows intensely. Yanez managed to land a well-executed left cross, which threw Marcos off balance, but the Peruvian recovered quickly and remained in control of the fight.

The third round followed the tone of the fight, with both fighters exchanging open blows, but Marcos was more effective and, at the end of the round, managed to take Yanez to the ground. Although he did not work the transitions as fluidly, the Peruvian focused on being precise and controlled the time, trying to do enough to secure the victory.

Daniel Marcos challenges Jose Aldo at UFC Tampa

After the fight, the Peruvian showed himself willing to face the icon José Aldo . In a post-event interview, the Peruvian took the microphone to challenge the former champion and legend of the featherweight division (up to 65,7kg).

" José Aldo , I'm ready for you. Whenever you want. I'm ready for this great opportunity," Marcos declared in a post-fight interview.

Check out all the results from UFC Tampa

MAIN CARD 

Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): Joaquin Buckley defeated Colby Covington by technical knockout (medical stoppage) at 4:42 of round 3.

Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Cub Swanson defeated Billy Quarantillo at 1:35 of Round 3.

Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Manel Kape defeated Bruno Bulldoguinho by technical knockout at 1:57 of round 3.

Light heavyweight (up to 93 kg): Dustin Jacoby defeated Vitor Petrino by knockout at 3:44 of round 3.

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Daniel Marcos defeated Adrian Yanez by split decision (29-28, 27-30, 29-28)

Light heavyweight (up to 93 kg): Navajo Stirling defeated George Tokkos by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

PRELIMINARY CARD

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Michael Johnson defeated Ottman Azaitar by knockout at 2:3 of round 2.

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Joel Alvarez defeated Drakkar Klose by knockout at 2:48 of round 1.

Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Sean Woodson defeated Fernando Padilla by technical knockout at 4:58 of round 1.

Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Felipe Lima defeated Miles Johns by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Miranda Maverick defeated Jamey-Lyn Horth by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Davey Grant defeated Ramon Taveras by unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)

Strawweight (up to 52,1 kg): Piera Rodriguez defeated Josefine Knutsson by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

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