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Win for Figueiredo Only Adds More Confusion to Murky UFC Flyweight Division

Deiveson Figueiredo picked up the biggest win of his career in the main event of Saturday’s UFC Fight Night 169 card in Norfolk, Virginia, nuking the highly-regarded Joseph Benavidez with a second-round right hand to the jaw…

Deiveson Figueiredo picked up the biggest win of his career in the main event of Saturday’s UFC Fight Night 169 card in Norfolk, Virginia, nuking the highly-regarded Joseph Benavidez with a second-round right hand to the jaw…

UFC Norfolk Bonuses, Attendance & Gate

UFC NorfolkEarlier tonight (Sat. February 29, 2020) UFC Norfolk took place from Chartway Arena Norfolk, Virginia. The gate for the event was $402,958 with 7,098 people in attendance to witness Deiveson Figueiredo spoil Joseph Benavidez’s hopes at claiming the Flyweight title by way of second round knockout. Like the main event, the card provided many exciting […]

UFC Norfolk

Earlier tonight (Sat. February 29, 2020) UFC Norfolk took place from Chartway Arena Norfolk, Virginia.

The gate for the event was $402,958 with 7,098 people in attendance to witness Deiveson Figueiredo spoil Joseph Benavidez’s hopes at claiming the Flyweight title by way of second round knockout. Like the main event, the card provided many exciting moments warranting post-fight bonuses.

Fight of the night came in the final bout on the preliminary card in which Kyler Phillips defeated Gabriel Silva by Unanimous Decision. This fight started fast with Silva immediately throwing heavy right hand which was returned by Phillips with a flying knee. The two men continued to trade heavy blows throughout the remainder of round one. Round two saw a wrestling heavy contest between the two both fighting for position displaying their high level grappling abilities with Phillips ending the round on top. Starting round three Phillips began by showcasing his technical striking abilities before taking Silva down and dominating the remainder of the round. After a high level display of MMA, both men will take home a $50,000 fight of the night bonus.

Jordan Griffin earned himself a $50,0000 performance of the night bonus after submitting TJ Brown with a Guillotine choke in round two. Brown’s wrestling heavy approach seemed to be causing problems for Griffin in the beginning seeing him on his back for the majority of the contest, however, in the second round, Griffin managed to successfully set up a Guillotine from side control to choke Brown completely unconscious.

The final performance of the Night bonus went to Megan Anderson for her devastating knockout of Norma Dumont 3:31 into the first round. Anderson was able to control the striking exchanges forcing Dumont to resort to her wrestling game, Holding Anderson against the cage looking for the takedown. Once Anderson was able to separate and get herself off the cage back into the center of the octagon she was able to find the finishing blow to put Dumont away.

Deiveson Figueiredo Puts Out Joseph Benavidez – UFC Norfolk Highlights

FigueiredoDeiveson Figueiredo put in an impressive performance against Joseph Benavidez. After an entertaining back-and-forth first round, Figueiredo knocked out Benavidez in the second round of their vacant flyweight title fight in the UFC Norfolk headliner on Saturday. The finish came after a headbutt which bloodied Benavidez right away with Figueiredo dropping him afterwards with a […]

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Deiveson Figueiredo put in an impressive performance against Joseph Benavidez.

After an entertaining back-and-forth first round, Figueiredo knocked out Benavidez in the second round of their vacant flyweight title fight in the UFC Norfolk headliner on Saturday.

The finish came after a headbutt which bloodied Benavidez right away with Figueiredo dropping him afterwards with a right hand that landed on the button.

Regardless, the Brazilian came away with the victory — although he wasn’t eligible to win the title because he missed weight.

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UFC Fight Night 169 Results: Figueiredo Beats Benavidez by TKO to Win Main Event

Deiveson Figueiredo didn’t leave UFC Fight Night 169 with a belt around his waist, but he did score a memorable TKO win over Joseph Benavidez in the main event from Norfolk, Virginia…

Deiveson Figueiredo didn’t leave UFC Fight Night 169 with a belt around his waist, but he did score a memorable TKO win over Joseph Benavidez in the main event from Norfolk, Virginia…

UFC Norfolk Highlights: Deiveson Figueiredo Crushes Joseph Benavidez

Deiveson Figueiredo crushed Joseph Benavidez. The two fighters met in a vacant flyweight title bout at the UFC Norfolk event on Saturday night (February 29, 2020) from the Chartway Arena in Norfolk, Virginia that aired on ESPN’s streaming service, ESPN…

Deiveson Figueiredo crushed Joseph Benavidez. The two fighters met in a vacant flyweight title bout at the UFC Norfolk event on Saturday night (February 29, 2020) from the Chartway Arena in Norfolk, Virginia that aired on ESPN’s streaming service, ESPN+.  The finish came in the second round. They collided heads, which cut open Joe’s forehead. […]

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Deiveson Figueiredo Stops Joseph Benavidez, Title Still Vacant – UFC Norfolk Results

UFC NorfolkFinally, we arrive at the UFC Norfolk main event! Joseph Benavidez vs. Deiveson Figueiredo. Long-time contender Benavidez (28-5) gets his third crack at the UFC flyweight title. Previously he twice fell short to 125lb great Demetrious ‘Mighty Mouse’ Johnson. Will it be third time lucky for the popular veteran? Figueiredo (17-1) lost out on his […]

UFC Norfolk

Finally, we arrive at the UFC Norfolk main event!
Joseph Benavidez vs. Deiveson Figueiredo.

Long-time contender Benavidez (28-5) gets his third crack at the UFC flyweight title. Previously he twice fell short to 125lb great Demetrious ‘Mighty Mouse’ Johnson. Will it be third time lucky for the popular veteran?

Figueiredo (17-1) lost out on his chance at UFC gold on the scales yesterday. The Brazilian came in 2.5lb over the flyweight limit therefore he isn’t eligible to become champion tonight. Nonetheless he’ll be keen to secure the biggest win of his career.

Round 1: Lot’s of posturing in the first 30 seconds, not a lot of action. Eventually Joseph Benavidez throws a wicked fast over hand right which just misses. Deiveson Figuerodo then snatches a takedown and immediately looks for an arm bar. It is super tight and Benavidez is scrambling for his life. His arm bends the wrong way but the flyweight veteran eventually pops out and rises to his feet. Benavidez then goes back to throwing big shot, not many are landing but a few are sneaking in. Figueiredo has started well and is stalking his opponent, forcing erratic and sloppy shots from Benavidez. Big right hand gets the attention of Figueiredo, who for the first time takes a back step. The final twenty seconds sees both guys let it all hand out. Big swings, big misses (mostly), Figueiredo pushes his man down to the mat but he gets back up and begins swinging until the horn sounds.

Round 2: Figueiredo tries a spinning back kick but misses. Benavidez rushes in but is made to pay. He’s cracked with the biggest punch of the fight, but looks unfazed. He continues to to dive in with shots. Not much is working for Benavidez. Figueiredo appears to have cut his opponent who is dabbing at his eye. Moments later the Brazilian lands a huge straight right dropping Benavidez, he follows up with ground and pound before the referee steps in to end the fight.

Official Result: Deiveson Figueiredo def. Joseph Benavidez, Knockout R2, 1:54