Alonzo Menifield gets a first-round finish of Askar Mozharov with a perfectly executed gameplan at UFC Vegas 56
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Alonzo Menifield vs Askar Mozharov at UFC Vegas 56
UFC Vegas 56 opens with a spectacular finish as light-heavyweight Alonzo Menifield proved to the 205 lbs fighters that he is here to make a huge statement for the future of the division. Menifield came out heavy with his wrestling pedigree to shut down the dangerous striking skills of his opponent Askar Mozharov. Menifield’s ground game is detailed down in the play by play results below. The Dallas, Texas native is now 12-3 in his overall MMA career.
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The crucifix position by Alonzo Menifield was the beginning of the end for Askar Mozharov
Round 1: Alonzo comes out and takes down Askar. Askar has got the closed guard. The fight stays to the ground so far. Some exchanges but minor damage in the round so far since the fight stays on the ground. Fight back on the feet and it gets exciting. Askar with some significant high kicks but Alonzo gets another takedown. Crucifix position in favour of Alonzo. Some shots by Alonzo. With some heavy elbows on his face, Askar is helpless now. The referee has called the fight. Intelligent game plan executed perfectly by Alonzo Menifield.
Results: Menifield defeated Mozharov via TKO (Round 1)
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