UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs Albazi – Epic Prelim Fights, Highlights, and Key Wins
At UFC Fight Night in Edmonton, Canada, the Octagon witnessed fierce prelim battles leading up to the main event between Brandon Moreno and Amir Albazi. Early fights set the pace with competitive matchups, powerful finishes, and technical showdowns, offering fans a thrilling buildup to the night's marquee bouts.
Jamey-Lyn Horth opened the event with a split-decision win over Ivana Petrović, bringing a hard-fought victory home for Canada. Despite Petrović's strong start, Horth countered effectively in later rounds, securing the nod from judges in an intense flyweight opener. Following her win, Horth expressed satisfaction in a post-fight interview, marking a successful return for the Canadian after a year on the sidelines.
One of the night’s standouts, featherweight Youssef Zalal, delivered a stellar performance against Jack Shore. Zalal controlled the match, concluding with an arm-triangle choke submission in the second round. After landing a knee that dazed Shore, Zalal swiftly moved in to secure the choke, ending the fight. This victory makes it three submission wins for Zalal this year, underscoring his rise as a dark horse in the featherweight division.
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Another exciting matchup saw Cody Gibson dominate Chad Anheliger in their bantamweight fight, effectively outmaneuvering Anheliger on the ground and securing a unanimous decision. Gibson’s grappling skills and positional control left no doubt as to the winner, earning him a second straight UFC victory.
Heavyweight Alexandr Romanov faced Rodrigo Nascimento, both seeking a climb in the rankings. Romanov’s grappling prowess secured his victory, despite some tense exchanges. He brought his record to 18-3, proving he’s a serious contender in the heavyweight ranks.
Canadian Serhiy Sidey also made headlines with a narrow split-decision win over Garrett Armfield in the bantamweight category. Sidey’s strategic strikes and clinch game edged him to victory, marking his first UFC win and sparking interest in his future bouts.
The prelims concluded with Aiemann Zahabi’s tactical display against veteran Pedro Munhoz. Zahabi’s efficient counters and strategic movement secured him a unanimous decision, marking five straight wins and reinforcing his potential in the bantamweight class.
This UFC Fight Night in Edmonton thrilled fans, showcasing promising talent and thrilling performances that set the stage for an electrifying main event. The energy inside Rogers Place was contagious, proving once again why UFC Fight Night events are must-see for fight fans.
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