Relive the explosive UFC Fight Night between Marcin Tybura and Tai Tuivasa. Read about the stunning submission victory and other highlights from the event. Get the complete results and relive the excitement of UFC Vegas 88.
| Main Event | Heavyweight | Tai Tuivasa vs. Marcin Tybura | Tybura defeats Tuivasa via RnC Submission at 4:08 Round 1 of 5 |
| Co-Main Event | Welterweight | Bryan Battle vs. Ange Loosa | Bryan Battle vs. Ange Loosa ends in No Contest |
| Main Card | Light Heavyweight | Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Ovince St. Preux | St. Preux defeats Nzechukwu via split decision |
| Main Card | Featherweight | Christian Rodriguez vs. Isaac Dulgarian | Rodriguez defeats Dulgarian via Split Decision |
| Main Card | Bantamweight | Pannie Kianzad vs. Macy Chiasson II | Chiasson defeats Kianzad via RnC Submission at 3:54 Round 1 of 3 |
| Main Card | Middleweight | Gerald Meerschaert vs. Bryan Barberena | Meerschaert defeats Barberena via RnC Submission at 4:23 Round 2 of 3, 9:23 Total |
| Preliminary Card | Lightweight | Mike Davis vs. Natan Levy | Davis defeats Levy via Submission, Arm Triangle Choke at 1:43 Round 2 of 3, 6:43 Total |
| Preliminary Card | Bantamweight | Josiane Nunes vs. Chelsea Chandler | Chandler defeats Nunes via unanimous decision |
| Preliminary Card | Flyweight | Ode Osbourne vs. Jafel Filho | Filho defeats Osbourne via Submission, Rear Naked Choke at 4:27 Round 1 of 3 |
| Preliminary Card | Featherweight | Josh Culibao vs. Danny Silva | Silva defeats Culibao via Split Decision |
| Preliminary Card | Strawweight | Cory McKenna vs. Jaqueline Amorim | Amorim defeats McKenna via Submission, Armbar at 1:38 Round 1 of 3 |
| Preliminary Card | Lightweight | Thiago Moisés vs. Mitch Ramirez | Moisés defeats Ramirez via KO/TKO, Leg Kicks at 0:15 Round 3 of 3, 10:15 Total |
| Preliminary Card | Bantamweight | Chad Anheliger vs. Charalampos Grigoriou | Anheliger defeats Grigoriou via unanimous decision |
Explosive UFC Fight Night: Tybura vs. Tuivasa
The UFC Apex in Las Vegas was the epicenter of a thrilling night of MMA action on March 16, 2024. The main event featured a heavyweight showdown between Marcin Tybura and Tai Tuivasa, which ended in a stunning submission. Throughout the evening, fans witnessed a mix of exciting fights, surprising outcomes, and impressive performances.
Main Event: Tybura vs. Tuivasa
In the highly anticipated main event, Marcin Tybura showcased his submission skills by securing a victory over Tai Tuivasa. Tybura executed a rear-naked choke submission at 4:08 in the first round, leaving Tuivasa no choice but to tap out. This victory demonstrated Tybura’s dominance in the heavyweight division and solidified his position as a top contender.
Co-Main Event: Battle vs. Loosa
The welterweight co-main event between Bryan Battle and Ange Loosa ended in a no contest due to unforeseen circumstances. Although fans were disappointed by the inconclusive finish, the anticipation for a future rematch between these two fighters is now higher than ever.
Main Card Highlights
The main card delivered a mix of split decisions and impressive submissions. Ovince St. Preux secured a victory over Kennedy Nzechukwu via split decision in a light heavyweight bout, showcasing the depth of talent in the 205-pound division. Featherweights Christian Rodriguez and Isaac Dulgarian engaged in a closely contested fight, with Rodriguez ultimately claiming a split decision win.
Macy Chiasson made a statement in her bantamweight rematch against Pannie Kianzad, finishing the fight with a rear-naked choke submission in the first round. Gerald Meerschaert also showcased his grappling prowess with a rear-naked choke submission victory over Bryan Barberena in a middleweight contest.
Preliminary Card Excitement
The preliminary card set the tone for the night with a series of thrilling submissions and hard-fought decisions. Mike Davis displayed his submission skills with an arm-triangle choke against Natan Levy. Jafel Filho and Cory McKenna also secured submission victories in their respective bouts. Thiago Moisés delivered a knockout via leg kicks against Mitch Ramirez, highlighting the diverse skill set of UFC fighters.
For a complete list of results from UFC Vegas 88, refer to the table below:
| Main Event | Heavyweight | Tai Tuivasa vs. Marcin Tybura | Tybura defeats Tuivasa via RnC Submission at 4:08 Round 1 of 5 |
| Co-Main Event | Welterweight | Bryan Battle vs. Ange Loosa | Bryan Battle vs. Ange Loosa ends in No Contest |
| Main Card | Light Heavyweight | Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Ovince St. Preux | St. Preux defeats Nzechukwu via split decision |
| Main Card | Featherweight | Christian Rodriguez vs. Isaac Dulgarian | Rodriguez defeats Dulgarian via Split Decision |
| Main Card | Bantamweight | Pannie Kianzad vs. Macy Chiasson II | Chiasson defeats Kianzad via RnC Submission at 3:54 Round 1 of 3 |
| Main Card | Middleweight | Gerald Meerschaert vs. Bryan Barberena | Meerschaert defeats Barberena via RnC Submission at 4:23 Round 2 of 3, 9:23 Total |
| Preliminary Card | Lightweight | Mike Davis vs. Natan Levy | Davis defeats Levy via Submission, Arm Triangle Choke at 1:43 Round 2 of 3, 6:43 Total |
| Preliminary Card | Bantamweight | Josiane Nunes vs. Chelsea Chandler | Chandler defeats Nunes via unanimous decision |
| Preliminary Card | Flyweight | Ode Osbourne vs. Jafel Filho | Filho defeats Osbourne via Submission, Rear Naked Choke at 4:27 Round 1 of 3 |
| Preliminary Card | Featherweight | Josh Culibao vs. Danny Silva | Silva defeats Culibao via Split Decision |
| Preliminary Card | Strawweight | Cory McKenna vs. Jaqueline Amorim | Amorim defeats McKenna via Submission, Armbar at 1:38 Round 1 of 3 |
| Preliminary Card | Lightweight | Thiago Moisés vs. Mitch Ramirez | Moisés defeats Ramirez via KO/TKO, Leg Kicks at 0:15 Round 3 of 3, 10:15 Total |
| Preliminary Card | Bantamweight | Chad Anheliger vs. Charalampos Grigoriou | Anheliger defeats Grigoriou via unanimous decision |
The UFC Fight Night at the Apex in Las Vegas delivered an unforgettable night of MMA action, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next event.
