Moreno Wins, Sets New Record: A Flyweight Showdown for the Ages
The UFC world was buzzing last night as Brandon Moreno made history, becoming the first fighter ever to win a fight by a "No Contest" due to an accidental eye poke. Hold on, what? Let's rewind and break down this wild fight.
Moreno vs. Figueiredo: A Battle for the Ages
It was a rematch for the ages! Deiveson Figueiredo, the former champ, and Brandon Moreno, the current champion, squared off in a title fight that had the whole MMA world glued to their screens. The tension was electric, both guys came out swinging, and it was clear this was going to be a barnburner.
For the first two rounds, Figueiredo was looking like the stronger fighter. He was landing some brutal shots, but Moreno wasn't going down easily. He was taking the punishment and fighting back, landing some punches of his own. But then, things took a crazy turn.
A "No Contest" for the Ages
In the third round, Figueiredo landed a brutal eye poke that was so bad, it literally ended the fight. Moreno was clearly in pain, unable to continue. The doctor stepped in, and after a long look at the eye, declared the fight a "No Contest."
This outcome was a big deal for two reasons:
- It was the first time a "No Contest" happened in the UFC. This is a very rare outcome, especially in a title fight.
- Moreno still holds the title. The fight was ruled a "No Contest," which means neither fighter gets the win. But since Moreno was the defending champ, he still holds the title.
What's Next?
Now the big question is: What's next for these two fighters? The UFC has already announced that a rematch is being scheduled. It's clear these two guys have a lot of unfinished business. We can't wait to see what happens!