Mayra Bueno Silva submits Holly Holm at UFC Vegas 77, positioning herself for a bantamweight title shot. Read about the fight and the co-main event between Jack Della Maddalena and Bassil Hafez.
Mayra Bueno Silva made a statement at UFC Vegas 77 in Las Vegas by submitting Holly Holm in the second round. With the bantamweight title recently vacated by Amanda Nunes, both fighters had their sights set on the championship. In a tightly contested first round, Holm pushed hard against the fence in the second. However, she left herself exposed, and Bueno Silva capitalized by executing a superb ninja choke, forcing the submission.
Bueno Silva showcased her submission skills once again, adding another victory to her impressive record. This win marked her eighth submission in eleven career wins. With the bantamweight title up for grabs, Julianna Pena is widely considered the top contender. However, Bueno Silva wasted no time in calling her out.
‘I do what I said. Now I want the belt because I deserve it,’ Bueno Silva declared. ‘Nobody finishes like me. I deserve the belt. Hey Julianna Pena, let’s go. I deserve this, you deserve this. The people deserve this. This belt is my belt. This belt is Amanda’s belt. This belt is a Brazilian belt. This is for Amanda Nunes. This is for my country.’
In the co-main event, Jack Della Maddalena faced off against Bassil Hafez in an exciting welterweight bout. The fight went the distance, with Della Maddalena ultimately emerging victorious via split decision. The win extended his MMA record to 15-2 and marked his fourth consecutive win in the UFC.
Fight Results
| Fighters | Result |
|---|---|
| Mayra Bueno Silva vs. Holly Holm | Bueno Silva wins via submission (ninja choke) in round 2 |
| Jack Della Maddalena vs. Bassil Hafez | Della Maddalena wins via split decision |
Mayra Bueno Silva’s impressive victory over Holly Holm puts her in a prime position for a bantamweight title shot. With her submission skills on full display, Bueno Silva has proven herself as a force to be reckoned with in the division. As the top contender, Julianna Pena now faces a formidable challenge from Bueno Silva.
In the welterweight co-main event, Jack Della Maddalena showcased his skills and determination, securing a hard-fought victory over Bassil Hafez. With this win, Della Maddalena continues his winning streak and solidifies his position in the UFC.
reference: www.eurosport.co.uk
