UFC 274 results: Oliviera chokes Gaethje, Chandler reigns supreme as Ferguson gets his teeth knocked out

UFC 274 was a crazy bout with many exciting matches. So, first, we’ll talk about the main event between Justin Gaethje and Charles Oliveira in which Oliveira got a hold on Gaethje before making him submit in the first round. After missing weigh-ins and getting stripped from the title it was speculated that Oliveira might not win. But even against all the odds “Do Bronx” defeated “The Highlight” in style.

The most dangerous finisher in the UFC strikes again ?

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Both the men started being wary of each other and kept throwing punches, but all “Do Bronx” needed was to strongly grapple his opponent Gaethje and put a rear-naked choke to earn his victory. Now Charles Oliveira again eyes his championship, as he is the newest number 1 contender for The UFC Lightweight Championship. When asked who would he wanna fight, he wanted McGregor to be the man. Let us see whether Conor McGregor plans to fight or not.

Rose Namajunas vs Carla Esparza

Rose Namajunas and Carla Esparza fought for the women’s strawweight belt in the co-main event. This was a rematch of The Ultimate Fighter: A Champion Will Be Crowned’s 2014 finals. Esparza defeated her opponent and became the first female strawweight champion in UFC history. Namajunas came into this tournament as the reigning champion, defending her title for the second time. Their second match was far less noteworthy than the first. Esparza defeated Namajunas for the second time, however the battle was heavily criticised for both fighters’ lack of activity.

Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson

Michael Chandler vs Tony Ferguson was the match of the night. In Tony Ferguson’s long UFC career he has never been knocked out and the man to do the impossible was none other than the “Iron” Michael Chandler. In a victory over Tony Ferguson, Michael Chandler recorded one of the finest knockouts of the year. At the start of the second round, he felled El Cucuy with a front kick to the face. Ferguson was unconscious for many minutes before regaining consciousness on the mat. As Chandler continued to celebrate in the Octagon, trainers assisted him to his feet. Chandler took advantage of the opportunity following his stunning knockout to confront Conor McGregor. Every fighter wanted McGregor to be their next opponent, whether it be Oliveira the no. 1 contender for The UFC lightweight Champion, or whether it be “Iron” Michael Chandler.

MICHAEL CHANDLER ?

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UFC 274 Main Card Results

• Men’s Lightweight: Charles Oliveira def. Justin Gaethje via first-round submission (rear-naked choke)
• Women’s Strawweight Championship: Carla Esparza def. Rose Namajunas via split decision (47-48, 49-46, 48-47)
• Men’s Lightweight: Michael Chandler def. Tony Ferguson via second-round TKO (front kick)
• Men’s Light Heavyweight: Ovince Saint Preux def. Maurício Rua via split decision (28-29, 29-28, 30-27)
• Men’s Welterweight: Randy Brown def. Khaos Williams via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

UFC 274 Preliminary Card Results

• Men’s Bantamweight: Journey Newson def. Fernie Garcia via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
• Women’s Strawweight: Loopy Godinez def. Ariane Carnelossi via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-26, 30-26)
• Men’s Flyweight: CJ Vergara def. Kleydson Rodrigues via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
• Women’s Flyweight: Tracy Cortez def. Melissa Gatto via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
• Men’s Welterweight: Andre Fialho def. Cameron VanCamp via first-round knockout (punch)
• Men’s Heavyweight: Blagoy Ivanov def. Marcos Rogerio de Lima via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
• Men’s Flyweight: Brandon Royval def. Matt Schnell via first-round submission (guillotine choke)
• Women’s Catchweight (146.5 lbs): Macy Chiasson def. Norma Dumont via split decision (30-27, 28-29, 30-27)
• Men’s Welterweight: Francisco Trinaldo def. Danny Roberts via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-26)