A performance that simply takes him into another world. If Joanderson Brito started as an extremely favorite, it was ultimately William Gomis who got the better of the Brazilian for a victory by split decision, the fourth in as many fights in the UFC for the “Jaguar”.
The fifth French victory of the evening. Before Nassourdine Imavov’s co-main event at UFC Paris 3, Saturday September 28, Williams Gomis responded more than present against Joanderson Brito. The widely favorite, the Brazilian appeared to be the biggest challenge among the tricolors’ nine opponents.
From the first seconds, the intentions of the “Jaguar” are known. After two big kicks sent, the Frenchman continues his domination, in clinch. The seconds tick by in this first round and the shots attempted by the South American do not connect. First round logically given to William Gomis.
A clear game plan: stick to your opponent, undermine him and deliver with blows. This is what allowed the Frenchman to lead in this fight. Very complete, Brito, seeing his stricking not working in the face of perfect management of the opponent’s distance, then uses his wrestling. With a long time in control on the ground and 10 significant strikes sent against 9 for Gomis, the fight is close. The final round will determine the winner.
A third round fought like a boss
Undefeated since 2016, Gomis fights with experience. He dodges Brito’s heavy hooks to score big shots. What’s next? Clinch, with a few punches sent. Time passes… and he finishes strong, very strong with a huge jumping knee. At least enough to win.
Before Bruce Buffer announced the score, the tension was still palpable in the Accor Arena in Bercy. But when the American presenter announces “William ‘The Jaguar’ Gomis”, there is an explosion of joy in Paris.
“I just believed in my destiny, I told you to bet your house (on my victory), I told you,” the Frenchman first said into Bisping’s microphone. “He’s a very strong opponent, we took him very seriously. For the next fight, I would like a little guy who is present here. Diego Lopes, I know you are here, third or not, I will t ‘bust your face.’ This should be clear.
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