Read the recap of UFC on ESPN 52, where Arman Tsarukyan knocked out Beneil Dariush in just 64 seconds. Check out the other exciting fights and the latest rankings updates.
| Fight | Result |
|---|---|
| Arman Tsarukyan vs. Beneil Dariush | Tsarukyan wins by knockout in 64 seconds |
| Jalin Turner vs. Bobby Green | Turner wins by first-round knockout |
| Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Rob Font | Figueiredo wins by unanimous decision |
| Sean Brady vs. Kelvin Gastelum | Brady wins by third-round submission |
| Miesha Tate vs. Julia Avila | Tate wins by decision |
| A.J. McKee’s rankings expiration | Edson Barboza joins featherweight rankings |
These were the key highlights from UFC on ESPN 52, featuring impressive performances and rankings updates.
Tsarukyan Knocks Out Dariush in 64 Seconds
Arman Tsarukyan made a statement in the UFC on ESPN 52 headliner, delivering a knockout blow to perennial contender Beneil Dariush in just 64 seconds. The fight took place at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas. Tsarukyan, a standout from American Top Team, has come a long way since his Octagon debut loss to lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. With this impressive victory, Tsarukyan is making a solid case for a rematch with Makhachev.
Turner Shocks Green with First-Round KO
Jalin Turner stepped up on short notice and authored an impressive performance, knocking out the previously 10th-ranked Bobby Green in the first round of their co-main event matchup at UFC Austin. Turner’s victory propels him back into the lightweight rankings at No. 11.
Figueiredo Dominates Font in Bantamweight Bout
Deiveson Figueiredo showcased his skills in a larger weight class as he defeated Rob Font via unanimous decision in a featured bantamweight bout. The two-time flyweight king has solidified his place in the 135-pound division and enters the divisional poll at No. 11.
Brady Submits Gastelum in Welterweight Clash
Sean Brady welcomed Kelvin Gastelum back to the welterweight division with a third-round submission victory. Brady rebounded from his first career loss in dominant fashion and maintains his No. 10 ranking at welterweight.
Tate Triumphs in Return to Bantamweight
Miesha Tate had a successful return to the bantamweight division with a clear-cut decision win against Julia Avila. In a shallow bantamweight division, Tate reenters the poll at No. 12.
Barboza Joins Featherweight Rankings
In other news, A.J. McKee’s lightweight venture has led to his rankings expiration at 145 pounds. As a result, Edson Barboza joins the featherweight bubble at No. 15.
