UFC Vegas 49 (main event): Islam Makhachev makes strong claim for title shot after finishing Bobby Green in first round


UFC Vegas 49 (main event): Islam Makhachev makes strong claim for title shot after finishing Bobby Green in first round

Islam Makhachev at UFC Vegas 49

The main event of UFC Vegas 49 is here with an exciting fight of Islam Makhachev vs Bobby Green in a possible lightweight title contender fight.

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UFC Vegas 49 takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event is headlined by a spectacular lightweight fight between top contender Islam Makhachev and the first-time headliner, Bobby Green. This fight was initially scheduled to be a title contender fight between Islam and Beneil Dariush but the latter fighter had to pull out owing to an injury at the last moment.

Bobby “King” Green, who took this difficult fight on one week’s notice has gained massive respect from his opponent and also the fans. Green is a massive underdog going into this fight and Islam is a favorite to be the next lightweight champion. A win for Bobby could upset a fairytale run for the Dagestani. Continue reading to see how the fight played out round by round at UFC Fight Night 202.

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Islam Makhachev finishes Bobby Green at UFC Vegas 49

UFC Vegas 49 Islam Makhachev vs Bobby Green
Islam Makhachev vs Bobby Green

Round 1 Both the fighters take the center as Islam looks to find the right range. Islam looks to grab the neck of Green but does not get it. Makhachev gets a hold of Green as he looks to get the takedown. Islam looking for the takedown and he gets it. Green trying his best to get the Dagestani off him. Tries the kimura but goes for the ground and pound instead.

Green gives up his back as Green is left defenseless and that is it. Islam gets the win and extends his winning streak to 10 fights. Green never stood a chance. An easy takedown for Islam and a finish to make his claim for the next title shot.

Result Islam Makhachev def. Bobby Green via TKO (first round)

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