French fighter Nassourdine Imavov made a bold statement in the middleweight division by scoring a stunning second-round knockout of former UFC champion Israel Adesanya in Saudi Arabia. Imavov’s victory puts him in contention for a title shot, with the current champion Dricus Du Plessis set to face Sean Strickland next week.
Imavov, also known as “The Sniper,” showcased his precision striking skills by landing a powerful right hand that ultimately ended the fight in the second round. Adesanya, who was looking to bounce back from recent title losses, was unable to withstand Imavov’s onslaught and suffered a brutal knockout.
In the co-main event, England’s Michael “Venom” Page secured a unanimous decision win over Shara Magomedov, handing the Russian fighter his first professional MMA loss. Page utilized his unpredictable striking to out-point Magomedov in a tactical battle.
Following his impressive victory, Imavov expressed his readiness to compete for the middleweight title, stating that he proved his superiority in the striking department. With this win, Imavov has certainly raised his stock in the division and is now a serious contender for the championship belt.
The event in Saudi Arabia delivered exciting moments and highlighted the talents of rising stars like Imavov and Page, setting the stage for potential title fights and future matchups in the competitive middleweight division of the UFC.
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