Read about the thrilling main event at UFC Vegas 88 where Marcin Tybura secured a first-round submission victory over Tai Tuivasa. Get all the fight results and highlights from this epic showdown.
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| Main Event: Marcin Tybura def. Tai Tuivasa via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) |
| Co-Main Event: Bryan Battle vs. Ange Loosa – No Contest (Eye Poke) |
Tybura Dominates at UFC Vegas 88
UFC Vegas 88 showcased an epic heavyweight showdown at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, NV. The main event featured the highly anticipated clash between No. 9-ranked Tai Tuivasa and tenth-ranked Marcin Tybura. Tuivasa, who was looking to break his three-fight losing streak, faced an uphill battle against the dominant Tybura.
In the opening round, Tybura showcased his superior grappling skills by taking Tuivasa to the canvas. From there, Tybura unleashed a barrage of ground and pound strikes, eventually securing a rear-naked choke that rendered Tuivasa unconscious. The victory came in stunning fashion, leaving no doubt about Tybura’s dominance in the heavyweight division.
The co-main event between Bryan Battle and Ange Loosa ended in a no contest due to an unfortunate eye poke suffered by Loosa. Despite the premature conclusion, tensions escalated between Battle and Loosa, resulting in a heated exchange that required intervention.
| Fight Results |
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| Main Event: Marcin Tybura def. Tai Tuivasa via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) |
| Co-Main Event: Bryan Battle vs. Ange Loosa – No Contest (Eye Poke) |
