In the main event of UFC 311, Islam Makhachev defended his lightweight title against Renato Moicano. The Russian won by submission.
Initially, Islam Makhachev was scheduled to face Arman Tsarukyan in a rematch for the under-70kg belt. But at the last minute, the Armenian withdrew from the fight due to back pain. The UFC didn’t waste time and turned its entire card upside down by finally giving title shot to the Brazilian Renato Moicano.
Round 1 : Standing, the two men exchange striking in the middle of the cage. Quickly, Makhachev attempts the takedown and validates the takedown on Moicano. On his back, the Brazilian tries to defend to get up. But in the heat of the moment, he gives his neck to the champion who grabs a choke inArce choke. Very quickly, ‘Money’ Moicano hits… And Islam Makhachev wins by submission.
Express victory for the Dagestani who validates his fourth title defense, and who once again showed his superiority. He now has a career record of 27-1.
-Find all the results from UFC 311 here.
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