French fighter Nassourdine Imavov made a strong case for a title shot with a stunning second-round knockout victory over former UFC champion Israel Adesanya in Saudi Arabia. The win puts Imavov in the title picture ahead of the upcoming showdown between current champion Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland. Adesanya, known as “Stylebender,” started the fight well but was ultimately overwhelmed by Imavov’s precise striking, culminating in a thunderous right hand that sent Adesanya to the canvas. Referee Marc Goddard called off the fight, giving Imavov the knockout win and setting him up for a possible title shot.
In the co-main event, England’s Michael “Venom” Page secured a unanimous decision victory over Shara Magomedov, handing the Russian his first professional MMA loss. Page utilized his unpredictable striking to out-point Magomedov in a tense, tactical battle. The event showcased high-level competition and solidified Imavov as a rising star in the middleweight division. Imavov expressed his readiness to fight for the belt after proving his striking prowess against Adesanya. The event in Saudi Arabia was a success, drawing attention to the skill and excitement of the sport of MMA.
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