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Rafael Fiziev Stops Renato Moicano With First-Round Knockout – UFC 256 Highlights

FizievRafael Fiziev has firmly landed in the UFC’s lightweight ranks. Scoring a unanimous decision win over Marc Diakiese in his last outing, the Kyrgyzstan native made an even bigger statement this time around — via a stunning first-round knockout of Renato Moicano. The Tiger Muay Thai mainstay and coach lit the Brazilian up on cue […]

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Rafael Fiziev has firmly landed in the UFC’s lightweight ranks. Scoring a unanimous decision win over Marc Diakiese in his last outing, the Kyrgyzstan native made an even bigger statement this time around — via a stunning first-round knockout of Renato Moicano.

The Tiger Muay Thai mainstay and coach lit the Brazilian up on cue during almost all of the opening-round exchanges. Moicano, who is no slouch himself, was second best more often than not against the razor-sharp Fiziev, who is known as one of the most technically proficient strikers at 155-pounds today.

Landing a massive three-punch combination, Fiziev ripped with a left hook to the body, before lacing Moicano with a right-hook, followed up with a left hand on the exit — forcing the Brazilian to the canvas with a thud. It what seemed to bring Moicano ‘to’, the Brazilian landed heavily, and attempted to assume full-guard after a further ground-and-pound shot, with referee, Chris Tognoni stepping in to halt the action.

Below, catch the highlight’s of the exciting Fiziev’s first-round finish of grappling talent, Moicano.

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Report: Renato Moicano vs. Rafael Fiziev Set For November 28 Event

Moicano FizievAn intriguing lightweight bout between Renato Moicano and Rafael Fiziev is in the works for the UFC’s upcoming November 28 event. That’s according to MMA Fighting following an initial report from Brazilian publication Combate. The bout is yet to be officially announced by the UFC. Moicano recently moved up to lightweight and enjoyed a successful […]

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An intriguing lightweight bout between Renato Moicano and Rafael Fiziev is in the works for the UFC’s upcoming November 28 event.

That’s according to MMA Fighting following an initial report from Brazilian publication Combate. The bout is yet to be officially announced by the UFC.

Moicano recently moved up to lightweight and enjoyed a successful debut at 155 pounds following a first-round submission win over Damir Hadzovic at UFC Brasilia earlier this year.

The former featherweight contender had previously lost his last two outings to Jose Aldo and The Korean Zombie via TKO.

Fiziev, meanwhile, has impressed many observers thanks to his performances in recent fights. After debuting with the UFC last year in a TKO defeat to Magomed Mustafaev, the Kazakhstan native has enjoyed back-to-back unanimous decision wins over Alex White and Mark Diakiese.

A win for either competitor is unlikely to put them in the top 15 of the stacked lightweight division but could put them in a position to challenge a ranked foe next.

The UFC’s October 28 event will be headlined by a heavyweight encounter between Curtis Blayges and Derrick Lewis. The event should take place at the Apex facility in Las Vegas, though, there is no confirmation at this point.

What do you make of this lightweight matchup? Predictions?

Renato Moicano: Anthony Pettis Turned Down A Fight With Me

Prior to his scheduled matchup against Magomed Mustafaev on Oct. 17, Renato Moicano claimed former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis turned down a fight with him. “Before they offered me (Mustafaev), UFC say to my manager we want to make Mo…

Prior to his scheduled matchup against Magomed Mustafaev on Oct. 17, Renato Moicano claimed former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis turned down a fight with him. “Before they offered me (Mustafaev), UFC say to my manager we want to make Moicano against Pettis,” Moicano told MMA News.”I think this is made a lot of sense […]

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Renato Moicano Sorry For Bizarre Post-Fight Behaviour At UFC Brasilia

Renato MoicanoNew lightweight contender Renato Moicano has apologised for his bizarre behaviour at UFC Brasilia after submitting Damir Hadzovic inside one minute. Brazilian Moicano fought in front of no crowd at Ginasio Nilson Nelson on Saturday night. After submitting his opponent Hadzovic in just 44 seconds, Moicano angrily stood up and confronted Hadzovic, confusing everyone watching […]

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New lightweight contender Renato Moicano has apologised for his bizarre behaviour at UFC Brasilia after submitting Damir Hadzovic inside one minute.

Brazilian Moicano fought in front of no crowd at Ginasio Nilson Nelson on Saturday night. After submitting his opponent Hadzovic in just 44 seconds, Moicano angrily stood up and confronted Hadzovic, confusing everyone watching at home.

Speaking post-fight, Moicano explained he was annoyed at the fight finishing so quickly and the fact no fans got to see his performance, he explained.

“No, I did wrong because I’m coming from two losses from tough guys, and I want to fight hard. I want to fight the best guys, and in the first takedown, I put him on the ground and submit him, I want more fight. I want to fight, I want to fight, but I did wrong. I’m sorry, Hadzovic. I’m wrong.

“You know it was very strange to enter in the cage and don’t see the crowd, especially the people from my city. I was looking forward to seeing the people cheer for me, but there is no problem. We have to fight in all circumstances, and I did good. I think I did good like a rear-naked choke in the first round against a tough guy. It was good for me.”

As well as saying sorry Moicano also took his chance to call out Paul Felder during his post-fight interview with middleweight legend Michael Bisping. ‘The Irish Dragon’ is coming off a loss and seemed like another move out of left-field. According to Moicano, the call-out is simply due to their respective rankings.

“I don’t know, because (it) just pop in my head. He’s the No. 7 (at 155), and I’m the No. 7 (at 145), and right now I’m fighting in the lightweight (division), so why not see who is the best? The lightweight or the featherweight?” (Transcribed by MMA Junkie)

Who wins if Renato Moicano faces Paul Felder next?

Renato Moicano Sorry For Bizarre Post-Fight Behaviour At UFC Brasilia

Renato MoicanoNew lightweight contender Renato Moicano has apologised for his bizarre behaviour at UFC Brasilia after submitting Damir Hadzovic inside one minute. Brazilian Moicano fought in front of no crowd at Ginasio Nilson Nelson on Saturday night. After submitting his opponent Hadzovic in just 44 seconds, Moicano angrily stood up and confronted Hadzovic, confusing everyone watching […]

Renato Moicano

New lightweight contender Renato Moicano has apologised for his bizarre behaviour at UFC Brasilia after submitting Damir Hadzovic inside one minute.

Brazilian Moicano fought in front of no crowd at Ginasio Nilson Nelson on Saturday night. After submitting his opponent Hadzovic in just 44 seconds, Moicano angrily stood up and confronted Hadzovic, confusing everyone watching at home.

Speaking post-fight, Moicano explained he was annoyed at the fight finishing so quickly and the fact no fans got to see his performance, he explained.

“No, I did wrong because I’m coming from two losses from tough guys, and I want to fight hard. I want to fight the best guys, and in the first takedown, I put him on the ground and submit him, I want more fight. I want to fight, I want to fight, but I did wrong. I’m sorry, Hadzovic. I’m wrong.

“You know it was very strange to enter in the cage and don’t see the crowd, especially the people from my city. I was looking forward to seeing the people cheer for me, but there is no problem. We have to fight in all circumstances, and I did good. I think I did good like a rear-naked choke in the first round against a tough guy. It was good for me.”

As well as saying sorry Moicano also took his chance to call out Paul Felder during his post-fight interview with middleweight legend Michael Bisping. ‘The Irish Dragon’ is coming off a loss and seemed like another move out of left-field. According to Moicano, the call-out is simply due to their respective rankings.

“I don’t know, because (it) just pop in my head. He’s the No. 7 (at 155), and I’m the No. 7 (at 145), and right now I’m fighting in the lightweight (division), so why not see who is the best? The lightweight or the featherweight?” (Transcribed by MMA Junkie)

Who wins if Renato Moicano faces Paul Felder next?

UFC Brasilia Highlights: Renato Moicano Taps Damir Hadzovic in Seconds

Renato Moicano vs. Damir Hadzovic didn’t last long. The two fighters met in a lightweight bout at the UFC Brasilia on Saturday night (March 14, 2020) from the Ginasio Nilson Nelson in Brasilia, Brazil that aired on ESPN+. Moicano came out and got his b…

Renato Moicano vs. Damir Hadzovic didn’t last long. The two fighters met in a lightweight bout at the UFC Brasilia on Saturday night (March 14, 2020) from the Ginasio Nilson Nelson in Brasilia, Brazil that aired on ESPN+. Moicano came out and got his back right away then locked in the rear-naked choke for the […]

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