The recent UFC Paris event delivered an exhilarating night of fights, showcasing the diverse talent and resilience of both seasoned veterans and rising stars. Held at the Accor Arena, the event lived up to the hype with several knockouts, submissions, and hard-fought decisions.
In the main event, Renato Moicano (20-5-1) faced the hometown favorite Benoit Saint-Denis (13-3) in an intense lightweight bout. Moicano, known for his striking and grappling prowess, secured a TKO victory due to a doctor stoppage after a severe eye injury to Saint-Denis. The fight was competitive until the stoppage, with Saint-Denis showcasing his toughness, but Moicano’s accurate strikes and relentless pressure were too much to overcome. Saint-Denis now moves down in the rankings, while Moicano strengthens his case as a top contender in the lightweight division.
The co-main event saw middleweight fighter Nassourdine Imavov (15-4) claim a unanimous decision victory over Brendan Allen (24-6) in a close contest. Both fighters had their moments throughout the fight, but Imavov’s superior striking and octagon control earned him the nod from the judges. Allen, known for his grappling, struggled to implement his game plan against Imavov’s defensive prowess. Imavov’s victory puts him on the map as a serious contender in the middleweight division, while Allen takes a step back to reassess his position.
Notable Performances
- William Gomis (14-2) picked up a narrow split-decision win over Joanderson Brito (17-4-1). The fight was a back-and-forth affair, but Gomis’ tactical striking and movement allowed him to edge the victory on the scorecards.
- Bryan Battle (11-2) continued his rise in the welterweight division with an impressive KO/TKO victory over Kevin Jousset (10-3). Battle landed clean punches to stop Jousset at 3:47 in Round 2, showcasing his growing power and fight IQ.
- Morgan Charriere (20-10-1) delivered one of the most memorable knockouts of the night, stopping Gabriel Miranda (17-7) with a brutal left hook just 27 seconds into Round 2. Charriere’s performance was clinical, as he looked composed and focused from the start.
- Fares Ziam (16-4) put on a striking clinic against Matt Frevola (11-5-1), finishing the fight with a devastating knee to the head in the third round at 2:59. Ziam’s diverse striking game proved too much for Frevola, who struggled to close the distance.
UFC Paris delivered on all fronts, with knockout finishes, technical decisions, and a high level of skill displayed across the board. Renato Moicano’s victory over Benoit Saint-Denis in the main event was a bittersweet end for the Parisian crowd, but it highlighted Moicano’s growing dominance in the lightweight division. With several rising stars making statements, UFC Paris will be remembered as a night of spectacular performances and thrilling moments.
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