Brazilian fighter (pictured) wins Brave belt. Photo: Press release
Lucas Mineiro is still full of energy in combat sports. The 36-year-old former UFC fighter made his boxing debut at Fight Music Show 7 and, after starting at a disadvantage, rallied, scored a knockdown against Bruno Nascimento, and had his arm raised at the end of six rounds.
With the victory, Lucas added a boxing win to his MMA record of 22 wins and seven losses, with four wins and three losses in the UFC. Bruno Nascimento, on the other hand, suffered another defeat, his eighth in 36 fights, 35 of which were in Muay Thai.
Lucas Mineiro defeats Bruno Nascimento at Fight Music Show 7
Bruno started the fight taking advantage of his reach, connecting with long jabs, while Lucas moved his head looking for openings to counter-attack. In the final stretch of the first round, the Muay Thai specialist cornered his rival against the ropes and landed a series of crosses, which were promptly returned by the former UFC fighter.
In the second round, Lucas tried to close the distance, but ended up being surprised by a strong counter punch that rocked him. Throughout the round, Bruno maintained control of the distance and managed his strikes well.
The third round began with Lucas insisting on seeking direct confrontation, while Bruno used his movement and reach to score points from a distance.
In the fourth round, the scenario changed. Lucas Mineiro finally achieved what he had been seeking from the beginning: he cornered Bruno against the ropes and maintained the pressure from start to finish.
In the fifth round, Lucas knew he needed to maintain the pace to go for the knockout—and that's what he did. The former UFC fighter stayed close to his opponent, countering every strike attempt with overhead crosses. In the final stretch, with Bruno cornered again, Lucas landed a powerful hook that sent his opponent to the ground, resulting in a knockdown.
Bruno returned to his feet after the referee's count, but the gong sounded immediately afterward, ending the round.
In the final round, both fighters knew exactly what they needed to do: Bruno sought to maintain distance, while Lucas continued to apply pressure. Despite the reach disadvantage, it was Lucas Mineiro who completed his mission, securing the victory in his boxing debut.
Gabriel Souza Galindo breaks rival's undefeated streak at Fight Music Show 7.
Gabriel Souza Galindo showed that his talent goes far beyond MMA. The mixed martial arts fighter made his boxing debut against Leonardo Moraes at Fight Music Show 7, dominating his rival and winning by unanimous decision.
With the victory, Galindo added a boxing win to his MMA record of nine wins and one loss. Leonardo Moraes, on the other hand, experienced the bitter taste of defeat for the first time; the athlete had been on a five-fight winning streak and was undefeated in boxing.
Check out the results of Fight Music Show 7
COMPLETE CARD
(Up to 79,3kg): Esquiva Falcão defeated Binho de Jesus by unanimous decision (99-91, 99-91, 100-90) and became the CNB light heavyweight champion.
(Up to 82kg): Sacha Bali defeated Davi Brito by unanimous decision (59-55, 59-55, 59-55)
(Up to 90,7kg): Rogério Minotouro defeated Rey Phisique by technical knockout (punches) at 1:12 of round 6.
(Up to 62kg): Xamuel defeated Jhony MC by unanimous decision (60-54, 60-54, 60-54)
(Up to 65kg): Inaê Barros defeated Mendigata by split decision (46-49, 48-49, 49-46)
(Up to 65kg): Nego do Borel defeated Rômulo deu cria by unanimous decision (60-54, 60-54, 60-54)
(Up to 90,7kg): Claudio Andrade & Pobre Loco tied Cabo Pereira & He-Man by majority decision (47-47, 47-48, 47-47)
(Up to 70,0kg): Kew defeated Thomaz Costa by unanimous decision (58-56, 58-56, 58-56)
(Up to 80kg): Diego Grossi tied Victor Ruiz by majority decision (58-56 57-57, 57-57)
(Up to 82kg): Lucas Mineiro defeated Bruno Nascimento by unanimous decision (58-55, 57-56, 57-56)
(Up to 83kg): Gabriel Souza Galindo defeated Leonardo Moraes by unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 49-46)
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