After nearly being knocked out in the opening moments of the fight, Bia Mosque He recovered and finished. Melissa Mullins still in the first round during the penultimate fight of the preliminary card of ufc vegas 119In a fight valid for the bantamweight category (up to 61,2 kg), the victory not only maintained her undefeated record but also marked the Brazilian's eighth win as a professional. The multi-time world jiu-jitsu champion has yet to need the judges' intervention in her fights.
Bia Mesquita went through a tough time, but recovered quickly.
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The two fighters began the fight at a studied pace, feinting in the center of the octagon and looking for openings in each other's game. In this first moment, Melissa connected with a right straight to the Brazilian's chin, but nothing that shook the Lady Goat. Seemingly impatient, Bia went on the offensive, only to be brutally countered by a left cross that stunned her and almost ended the fight.
The Rio native went for the takedown, but ended up being taken down and playing guard. It was from this moment that the Brazilian once again demonstrated her high level in the Gentle Art. With great skill, she locked in an armlock on her opponent's right arm, forcing the Englishwoman to tap out when the clock showed three minutes and 16 seconds of combat.
In the interview inside the octagon with Daniel CormierShe seemed happy with the result and took the opportunity to challenge the Argentinian. Ailin Perez, currently ranked fifth in the division.
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