‘Dying’ flyweight division finds ELECTRIC contender as Manel Kape puts on show at UFC Tampa

Flyweight superstar Manel Kape asks Dana White to give him Alexandre Pantoja after a stunning victory at UFC Tampa.

‘Dying’ flyweight division finds ELECTRIC contender as Manel Kape puts on show at UFC Tampa

Manel Kape wins at UFC Tampa (via X)

UFC Tampa featured some great MMA action, which got the fight fans excited for the future possibilities. One of them was the energetic flyweight clash between Manel Kape and Bruno Silva. The fight ended in the third round as Kape took home a dominant victory and made a bold statement.

Kape came into the fight after his last decision loss against bitter rival Muhammad Mokaev at UFC 304. However, this time, Kape looked like a man on a mission as he ran through Silva’s defense. The fighter showed his incredible speed in order to outclass the Brazilian and finally knock him out. 

Silva had his moments; however, it wasn’t enough to stop Kape’s systematic beatdown. By the third round, the Portuguese fighter was in a flow state and started emoting at midnight. The crowd went wild as they saw Kape put on an absolute masterclass. 

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As Silva became impatient for a desperate finish, it gave Kape the opportunity to stay calm and end the fight. After winning the bout, he went to Dana White and had a long talk with the UFC CEO. As it turned out, Kape wanted to fight for the title against champion Alexandre Pantoja. 

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Manel Kape wants to revive the UFC flyweight division 

The UFC flyweight division has been one of the most exciting ones for some time now. It’s where skills and power meet speed, which results in some incredible MMA action. However, lately, the weight class has suffered a temporary downfall due to that lack of competition.

Manel Kape wants to fight Alexandre Pantoja
Manel Kape wants to fight Alexandre Pantoja (via Imago)

Since becoming the champion, Alexandre Pantoja has defended his title thrice in dominant fashion. However, Manel Kape has the potential to change this, and the fighter is ready to take the fight to the champ. During his UFC Tampa octagon interview, he made sure to share his intentions.

F*** Kai Kara France, f*** Moreno, f*** Adesanya. I’m the next against Pantoja…I’m the one that can destroy Pantoja. So, Dana put me to fight against Pantoja. 

Manel Kape via UFC Tampa octagon interview 

At UFC 310, Pantoja successfully defended his title against Kai Asakura via submission, whom the UFC brought in. Now, there is a question about who’s next in line for the title clash. After UFC Tampa, Kape has definitely put himself in the spotlight.