The world of MMA witnessed a monumental shift last night as Nassourdine Imavov stunned former two-time UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya with a devastating KO victory in the second round. This shocking result headlined an electrifying UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov, which took place at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
With 11 fights packed with action, this event delivered knockouts, jaw-dropping upsets, and dominant performances across multiple weight divisions. Here’s a detailed breakdown of every fight that unfolded inside the Octagon!
Main Event: Nassourdine Imavov vs. Israel Adesanya (Middleweight, 185 lbs)
RESULT: Imavov defeats Adesanya via KO/TKO, Overhand Right & Ground Punches at 0:30 of Round 2.
In an earth-shattering upset, Nassourdine Imavov silenced the doubters with a ferocious KO over Israel Adesanya just 30 seconds into the second round! The fight started with Adesanya maintaining his signature distance control, but Imavov closed the gap early and landed heavy counters.
Then, in Round 2, BOOM! A picture-perfect overhand right dropped Adesanya, and Imavov wasted no time raining down brutal ground-and-pound strikes, forcing the referee to step in. The Riyadh crowd erupted as Imavov secured the biggest win of his career, possibly ending Adesanya’s Middleweight dominance for good!
Co-Main Event: Michael ‘Venom’ Page vs. Abus Magomedov (Middleweight, 185 lbs)
RESULT: Page defeats Magomedov via Unanimous Decision
Making his UFC debut, Michael ‘Venom’ Page showcased his signature flashy striking and unorthodox movement, keeping Magomedov guessing for all three rounds. Page’s pinpoint accuracy and superior footwork left Magomedov unable to mount any significant offense. The judges scored it decisively for Page, marking an impressive debut for the former Bellator superstar.
Main Card Results:
Sergei Pavlovich Defeats Jairzinho Rozenstruik via Unanimous Decision (Heavyweight Bout): Pavlovich controlled the fight with his relentless pressure and power punches, neutralizing Rozenstruik’s striking threat. The Russian powerhouse secured a convincing decision win, keeping his heavyweight title aspirations alive.
Vinicius Oliveira Defeats Said Nurmagomedov via Unanimous Decision (Bantamweight Bout): A striking clinic from Vinicius Oliveira! He utilized crisp boxing and devastating leg kicks to outpoint Said Nurmagomedov, earning an impressive unanimous decision victory.
Fares Ziam Defeats Mike Davis via Unanimous Decision (Lightweight Bout): Ziam’s calculated striking and strong clinch work allowed him to control Davis over three rounds, securing a well-earned decision victory.
Preliminary Card Results:
Muhammad Naimov Defeats Kaan Ofli via Unanimous Decision (Featherweight Bout): Naimov’s well-rounded game proved too much for Ofli, as he dominated in both striking and grappling exchanges.
Shamil Gaziev Defeats Thomas Petersen via KO/TKO (Round 1, 3:12) (Heavyweight Bout): A brutal one-punch knockout! Gaziev landed a perfectly timed right hook, flattening Petersen in the first round.
Terrance McKinney Defeats Damir Hadžović via KO/TKO (Round 1, 2:01) (Lightweight Bout): McKinney wasted no time, taking Hadžović’s back and raining down strikes for a quick first-round finish.
Jasmine Jasudavicius Defeats Mayra Bueno Silva via Unanimous Decision (Women’s Flyweight Bout): Jasudavicius used her relentless wrestling and control to dominate Mayra Bueno Silva for a decisive victory.
Bogdan Grad Defeats Lucas Alexander via KO/TKO (Round 2, 4:22) (Featherweight Bout): Grad secured an emphatic second-round stoppage, delivering brutal elbows from mount to finish Alexander.
Hamdy Abdelwahab Defeats Jamal Pogues via Split Decision (Heavyweight Bout): A closely contested battle saw Hamdy Abdelwahab edge out Pogues with superior wrestling control and power shots.