Namajunas Earns First Flyweight Win
Rose Namajunas' quest to become a two-division champion took a significant step forward at UFC Vegas 89, as she outpointed Amanda Ribas in the main event to secure her first flyweight victory.
Namajunas, a former two-time strawweight champion, controlled the fight from start to finish, outlanding Ribas on the feet and spending more time in dominant positions on the ground.
Ribas Shows Heart and Determination
Despite the loss, Ribas showed why she is one of the most dangerous fighters in the flyweight division. She landed some heavy shots on Namajunas in the first round and threatened with submissions on several occasions.
Ribas' resilience and heart were on full display, as she refused to give up and kept fighting until the final bell. However, it was not enough to overcome Namajunas' technical superiority and experience.
Namajunas Targets Flyweight Contenders
With this victory, Namajunas has positioned herself as a legitimate threat in the flyweight division. She has called out Erin Blachfield and Maycee Barber as potential opponents for her next fight.
Recap of the Main Card
In addition to the main event, UFC Vegas 89 featured several other exciting fights on the main card:
- Fernando Padilla got back in the win column with a first-round submission of Luis Pajuelo.
- Youssef Zalal returned to the UFC with an impressive submission win over Billy Quarantillo.
- Payton Talbott continued his undefeated streak with a dominant performance against Cameron Saaiman.
- Edmen Shahbazyan showcased his resilience with a comeback knockout victory over AJ Dobson.
- Karl Williams survived some early scares to defeat Justin Tafa in the heavyweight co-main event.
Conclusion
UFC Fight Night: Ribas vs. Namajunas was a night of exciting fights and impressive performances. Rose Namajunas' victory over Amanda Ribas was the main draw, but the entire main card delivered action and excitement for fight fans.
