Jared Cannonier’s performance in the main event at UFC Vegas 75 against Marvin Vettori was nothing short of extraordinary, setting a new record in the middleweight division.
Throughout the grueling five-round battle, Cannonier showcased his dominance by landing the most significant strikes ever seen in the UFC’s 185-pound weight class. This remarkable feat secured him a unanimous decision victory, reaffirming his position as a top contender. Cannonier impressively connected with a total of 249 significant strikes, surpassing the previous record of 186 by a wide margin.
The judges’ scorecards were unanimously in favor of “Killa Gorilla,” with scores of 49-45, 49-45, and 48-46.
In the opening round, Vettori unleashed a powerful punch that rocked Cannonier, coming close to ending the fight early. However, Cannonier exhibited incredible resilience, weathered the storm, and made it to the second round. The tables turned when Cannonier landed a devastating blow of his own, severely hurting the tough Vettori. It was a moment where Vettori faced the greatest adversity in his career. Cannonier capitalized on this momentum, relentlessly attacking Vettori with a barrage of strikes for over half of the round. Despite absorbing nearly 70 significant strikes, Vettori valiantly fought back and survived until the bell.
The intense action carried on into the third round as both fighters continued to give their all. At the midway point, Cannonier gained momentum, inflicting significant damage on a bloodied Vettori. However, Vettori’s extraordinary resilience shone through as Cannonier unleashed his onslaught, finding an opportunity to land a powerful elbow before the round concluded, taking Cannonier’s back.
In the championship rounds, Cannonier skillfully mixed his martial arts techniques to keep Vettori off balance. However, Vettori, sporting a crimson mask from his injuries, refused to back down and even managed to land a significant head kick just before the end of the fourth round.
The relentless pace carried into the fifth and final round, with Vettori fighting valiantly. Yet, Cannonier remained one step ahead, repeatedly catching Vettori with powerful shots. He secured a takedown, unleashed brutal ground and pound, and continued to rack up impressive strike numbers as the fight returned to the feet.
With this hard-earned victory, Cannonier now boasts an impressive 4-1 record in his last five UFC appearances. On the other hand, Vettori has experienced a setback, losing three out of his past five fights.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about MMA battle
What was the result of the main event at UFC Vegas 75 between Jared Cannonier and Marvin Vettori?
Jared Cannonier emerged victorious in the main event at UFC Vegas 75, defeating Marvin Vettori by unanimous decision.
How did Jared Cannonier set a record in the middleweight division?
Jared Cannonier set a record in the middleweight division by landing the most significant strikes in the history of the UFC’s 185-pound weight class. He officially landed 249 significant strikes, surpassing the previous record of 186.
How did the judges score the fight between Jared Cannonier and Marvin Vettori?
The judges scored the fight in favor of Jared Cannonier, with scores of 49-45, 49-45, and 48-46.
Did Jared Cannonier bounce back from a previous loss in this fight?
Yes, Jared Cannonier bounced back from a loss to Israel Adesanya at UFC 276 by securing a unanimous decision victory against Marvin Vettori at UFC Vegas 75. This win marked his second consecutive victory.
How did the fight unfold between Jared Cannonier and Marvin Vettori?
The fight was a five-round war, with both fighters exchanging heavy blows. Vettori had Cannonier in trouble early in the first round, but Cannonier managed to recover and turn the tables in the second round, hurting Vettori. The fight continued with intense exchanges, and Cannonier showcased his dominance throughout, ultimately winning the decision.
More about MMA battle
- UFC Vegas 75: Link to the official event page on UFC’s website
- Jared Cannonier’s UFC Profile: Link to Jared Cannonier’s profile on UFC’s website
- Marvin Vettori’s UFC Profile: Link to Marvin Vettori’s profile on UFC’s website
- Middleweight Division: Link to the middleweight division on UFC’s website
- Previous Fight – UFC 276: Link to information about Jared Cannonier vs. Israel Adesanya fight
3 comments
cannonier v vettori was insane, both fighters goin at it like animals, what a main event! congrats to jared for the W and settin a new record! #UFCVegas75
wow, jared cannonier put his name in the record books with a 5round war against marvin vettori at ufc vegas 75 can’t believe he landed the most signifcant strikes ever! #KillaGorilla
cannonier’s striking was on fire in this fight, he was throwin bombs and vettori took some major hits, but he hung in there like a champ. great fight from both guys! #MMAWarriors