UFC Macau: Yan vs. Figueiredo – Results and Reactions
Ah, fight aficionados, welcome to the chaotic world of MMA, where eloquence is reserved for the announcers while the fighters are busy turning each other’s faces into modern art with fists of fury. We’re diving right into the action from UFC Macau at the Galaxy Arena, where the air is thicker than a bad plot twist in a thriller movie!
Main Event Recap: Yan vs. Figueiredo
In the headline bout, we witnessed the clash of titans: former UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan taking on the ever-charismatic two-time UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo. After a rocky patch for Yan, where one might say he stumbled like a toddler in a shoe shop, he finally got back on track with a unanimous decision win over Song Yadong. Meanwhile, Figueiredo, like a traveler who can’t find his way back to the buffet, is on a mission for his fourth consecutive win since moving up to 135 pounds.
The stakes were high, and just in case you were wondering, the MMA Fighting Global Rankings reflect this, with Yan sitting at a respectable No. 6, just one spot above Figueiredo at No. 7. Talk about a competitive spirit; it’s like a game of musical chairs, but with more sweat and fewer chairs.
Co-Main Event: Pressure Cooker at 115 Pounds
As if the main event wasn’t enough to get your heart racing! The co-main event featured Yan Xiaonan, who, bless her, thought she could take a break after her recent title challenge. She faced off against the escalating contender, Tabatha Ricci. This was home turf for Yan, who bravely aimed to maintain her No. 3 spot in the rankings against Ricci, who’s coming off six wins in her last seven fights. If that doesn’t sound like a job interview you want to nail, I don’t know what does!
Full Card Results – Buckle Up!
Now, let’s not leave you hanging! The main card featured some explosive match-ups:
- Petr Yan vs. Deiveson Figueiredo
- Yan Xiaonan vs. Tabatha Ricci
- Song Kenan vs. Muslim Salikhov
- Wang Cong vs. Gabriella Fernandes
- Volkan Oezdemir vs. Carlos Ulberg
- Zhang Mingyang def. Ozzy Diaz via TKO (strikes) (R1, 2:25)
Preliminary Card – Delightful Chaos
Turning our gaze to the preliminary card, we saw more scrappy fights, including:
- SuYoung You def. Baergeng Jieleyisi via unanimous decision (30-27 x2, 29-28)
- DongHun Choi def. Kiru Sahota via KO (punch) (R1, 2:36) | Watch finish
- Shi Ming def. Feng Xiaocan via KO (head kick) (R3, 0:46) | Watch finish
- Carlos Hernandez def. Nyamjargal Tumendemberel via split decision (29-28 x2, 28-29)
- Lone’er Kavanagh def. Jose Ochoa via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28 x2)
- Xiao Long def. Quang Le via KO (punch) (R3, 1:28)
- Nikolas Motta def. Maheshate via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
Final Thoughts
So, fight fans, UFC Macau delivered quite the spectacle! Whether you’re on Team Yan or Team Figueiredo, or if you just love the sweet sounds of a fist connecting with flesh, each bout had its share of excitement, drama, and a bit of that heart-stopping suspense that nearly gives your grandma a heart attack while watching from the comfort of her recliner. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!
For all the latest updates on forthcoming fights, make sure to keep your ear to the ground, and most importantly, don’t forget to hydrate. A champion is only as good as his corner! Now go forth, and may your weekend be filled with glorious knockouts and hilarious commentary!
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MMA Fighting brings you comprehensive coverage of the thrilling UFC Macau event, featuring the action-packed fight card for Yan vs. Figueiredo, along with a live blog detailing the main event directly from the state-of-the-art Galaxy Arena in Macau, China, on early Saturday morning.
In the highly anticipated main event, the mat is graced by former UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan squaring off against the formidable two-time UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo. Yan recently broke a frustrating three-fight losing streak after claiming a unanimous decision victory over Song Yadong, while Figueiredo aims to notch his fourth consecutive win since his transition to the 135-pound weight class.
According to the most recent MMA Fighting Global Rankings, Yan holds the No. 6 ranking, just ahead of Figueiredo, who is ranked No. 7, underscoring the competitive spirit of the bantamweight division.
In the co-main event, the audience will witness recent strawweight title challenger Yan Xiaonan taking on the surging contender Tabatha Ricci in a clash of elite talents. Yan will strive to defend her impressive No. 3 ranking in the 115-pound category against No. 12 Ricci, who has been on a remarkable winning streak, securing two straight victories and triumphing in six of her last seven bouts.
Check out the UFC Macau results below for a detailed overview of the exciting matchups.
Main Card (ESPN+, 6 a.m. ET)
Petr Yan vs. Deiveson Figueiredo
Song Kenan vs. Muslim Salikhov
Wang Cong vs. Gabriella Fernandes
Volkan Oezdemir vs. Carlos Ulberg
Zhang Mingyang def. Ozzy Diaz via TKO (strikes) (R1, 2:25)
Preliminary Card (Live now)
SuYoung You def. Baergeng Jieleyisi via unanimous decision (30-27 x2, 29-28)
DongHun Choi def. Kiru Sahota via KO (punch) (R1, 2:36) | Watch finish
Shi Ming def. Feng Xiaocan via KO (head kick) (R3, 0:46) | Watch finish
Carlos Hernandez def. Nyamjargal Tumendemberel via split decision (29-28 x2, 28-29)
Lone’er Kavanagh def. Jose Ochoa via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28 x2)
Nikolas Motta def. Maheshate via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
What was the outcome of Kiru Sahota’s fight against Shi Ming?
O (punch) (R1, 2:15)
Kiru Sahota def. Shi Ming via KO (punch) (R1, 2:36) | Watch finish
Feng Xiaocan def. Shi Ming via KO (head kick) (R3, 0:46) | Watch finish
Carlos Hernandez def. Nyamjargal Tumendemberel via split decision (29-28, 28-29)
Lone’er Kavanagh def. Jose Ochoa via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28 x2)
Xiao Long def. Quang Le via KO (punch) (R3, 1:28)
Nikolas Motta def. Maheshate via unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
Final Thoughts
Fight fans were treated to a thrilling night at UFC Macau! Whether you’re cheering for Yan or Figueiredo, there was no shortage of excitement, drama, and heart-stopping moments. Each fight brought its own narrative and showcased the true spirit of mixed martial arts.
Stay tuned for future events and always remember to hydrate! A fighter’s journey is best supported by a strong corner. Here’s to a weekend filled with incredible knockouts and entertaining broadcasts!
MMA Fighting continues to provide in-depth coverage and highlights from the incredible UFC Macau event, focusing on the main bouts featuring top-tier fighters.
