Alexandre Pantoja and Brandon Moreno delivered an unforgettable battle inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Alexandre Pantoja and Brandon Moreno delivered an unforgettable battle inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The fight went back and forth, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. Ultimately, it was Pantoja who emerged victorious, securing a split decision win.
Following the intense title bout, UFC President Dana White showered both fighters with praise for their remarkable performance. Pantoja, in particular, showcased his skills and resilience throughout the fight, extending his winning streak to an impressive four victories.
The judges’ scorecards reflected a closely contested match. While Derek Cleary and Junichiro Kamijo scored the fight 48-47 in favor of Pantoja, there was controversy surrounding Ben Cartlidge’s score total of 49-46 for Moreno. Nonetheless, Pantoja’s exceptional display of technique and determination earned him the victory and the UFC Flyweight Championship.
This marks the second time Moreno has lost the flyweight title, bringing his professional MMA record to 21-7-2. On the other hand, Pantoja’s record improves to an impressive 26-5. Although it is too early to determine their next moves, Dana White has expressed openness to the possibility of a rematch between the two talented fighters.
The question arises as to whether Pantoja simply has Moreno’s number. With this win, Pantoja now holds two victories over Moreno in their professional careers. When considering their encounters on “The Ultimate Fighter,” Pantoja’s dominance extends to a score of 3-0 against Moreno.
Should these two elite flyweights clash once again, fans can anticipate an intriguing battle to see if Moreno can finally overcome Pantoja’s stronghold. Recent history has shown that even when a fighter appears to have their opponent’s number, there is always room for surprises. Just as Israel Adesanya managed to defeat Alex Pereira, despite the Brazilian’s previous successes, Moreno may have the opportunity to turn the tables in a future rematch.
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