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On Saturday, May 7, 2022, UFC Fight Night took place at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. The main event featured a bantamweight clash between Marlon Vera and Cory Sandhagen.
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In a highly anticipated matchup, both fighters entered the octagon with a lot on the line. Sandhagen was coming off a loss to former bantamweight champion T.J. Dillashaw and was looking to bounce back with a win. Vera, on the other hand, was riding a three-fight win streak and was looking to continue his momentum towards a title shot.
The fight started with both fighters showing off their striking skills, with Sandhagen using his reach advantage to keep Vera at bay. However, Vera was able to close the distance and land some heavy shots, staggering Sandhagen at one point in the first round.
In the second round, Sandhagen began to find his rhythm and started to pick apart Vera with his striking. He was able to land a series of kicks and punches that seemed to slow down Vera’s pace.
The third round saw both fighters digging deep, with Vera attempting to take the fight to the ground while Sandhagen continued to land strikes. However, it was Sandhagen who was able to secure a takedown in the final seconds of the fight, securing the victory on the judges’ scorecards.
The co-main event featured a lightweight matchup between Clay Guida and Diego Ferreira. Guida, a UFC veteran, was looking to add another win to his record, while Ferreira was looking to bounce back from a loss to Beneil Dariush.
The fight started with both fighters showing off their grappling skills, with Guida attempting to take the fight to the ground and Ferreira defending well. However, it was Ferreira who was able to secure a takedown and eventually lock in a rear-naked choke, forcing Guida to tap out in the second round.
In another highly anticipated matchup, strawweight prospect Marina Rodriguez took on former Invicta FC champion Michelle Waterson. Rodriguez was coming off a draw with Mackenzie Dern and was looking to add another win to her record, while Waterson was looking to bounce back from a loss to Angela Hill.
The fight was a back-and-forth affair, with both fighters landing strikes and attempting to take the fight to the ground. In the end, it was Rodriguez who was able to secure a split decision victory, earning her another impressive win in the UFC.
Overall, UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Sandhagen was a highly entertaining event, featuring some of the best fighters in the world. With a mix of experienced veterans and rising stars, the event showcased the depth and talent of the UFC’s bantamweight and lightweight divisions.
