Step into the Octagon and witness Brendan Allen's electrifying dominance at UFC Fight Night. In a spectacular main event, Allen showcased his grappling mastery, mauling Paul Craig with ground-and-pound and securing a third-round submission victory.
In a middleweight clash at UFC Fight Night, No. 10-ranked Brendan Allen continued his winning streak with an impressive performance against Paul Craig at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Allen showcased his dominance with a third-round submission victory.
At the 0:38 mark of the third round, Allen unleashed a relentless assault, submitting Craig with a rear-naked choke. The finish came after Allen landed a powerful punch, securing top control and swiftly transitioning to Craig's back. The 28-year-old's grappling prowess was on full display, earning him the victory and marking his sixth consecutive win.
In a fiery postfight interview, Allen confidently declared, "I'm a f-----g problem. I'm telling you. And I'm here to show it every time." The Kill Cliff FC product demonstrated his determination to make a mark in the middleweight division.
From the opening round, Allen dominated Craig with his grappling skills. He threw Craig to the mat, executed ground-and-pound, and opened a cut on Craig's face with a vicious elbow. The momentum continued in the second round, with Allen rocking Craig with a solid right hand and maintaining control on the ground.
Post-victory, Allen expressed his aspirations for a 185-pound title eliminator, stating, "I need a No. 1 contender shot. I think I deserve it. I've beaten everyone they've put in front of me." He called out potential opponents like Robert Whittaker, Jared Cannonier, and Khamzat Chimaev, confidently asserting himself as the best in the world.
With a flawless 3-0 record in 2023, Allen's surge continued, riding a six-fight winning streak. The Florida resident, determined to secure a title shot, emphasized his readiness to face any contender in the middleweight division.
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