At 46 years old, Rogério Minotouro showed that there is still a big difference between an elite fighter and an adventurer. The MMA legend faced Rey Phisyque in one of the attractions of Fight Music Show 7 and, after six rounds of dominance, knocked out his rival with an impressive knockout.
With the victory, Minotouro added another victim to his boxing record. Now, the heavyweight has three wins in the organization, in addition to the bronze medal he won at the 2007 Pan American Games.
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Minotouro knocks out Rey Phisyque at Fight Music Show 7
The fight began at a measured pace, with Rogério working his body shots effectively. Rey Phisyque, on the other hand, showed little sense of distance and barely managed to land any blows on the veteran.
In the second round, Minotouro continued to dictate the pace with mastery—touching without being touched. In the third round, the former UFC fighter increased the intensity and knocked his opponent down with a body hook.
In the following rounds, Rey Phisyque showed determination, but fatigue was evident. The bodybuilder tried to close the distance, but couldn't keep up with the legend's pace, who continued to land the best blows.
In the final round, it was clear that Phisyque only wanted to finish the fight standing to preserve his honor. However, Rogério Minotouro gave him no chance and delivered three knockdowns, forcing the referee to stop the fight.
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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