Brazilian fighter Deiveson Figueiredo makes a powerful comeback! In a thrilling UFC Rio co-main event, the former two-time Flyweight Champion faced a challenging opponent in Montel Jackson, who had won his last six fights. But Figueiredo, despite recent setbacks, proved he's still a force to be reckoned with.
Here's the twist: Figueiredo, coming off two consecutive losses, including a devastating TKO defeat to Cory Sandhagen, was up against the young and rising star Jackson. Yet, he managed to turn the tables and dominate the fight!
Figueiredo took control early, taking Jackson down in the opening round and leading the dance for most of the match. As the fight neared its end, both fighters pointed to the ground, reminiscent of BMF Champion Max Holloway's signature move, but it was Figueiredo who attempted the final takedown.
And the result? A split decision victory for Deiveson Figueiredo! Two out of three judges awarded the win to the Brazilian, much to the delight of his home crowd.
But the story doesn't end there. In a bold move, Figueiredo called out three fighters after his win: the retired legend Jose Aldo, current Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira, and most notably, Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili. However, with Petr Yan's recent victories, including a win over Figueiredo last November, the path to a title fight may not be so straightforward.
This is where it gets intriguing. Figueiredo's win has sparked debates about his next move. Will he get his wish and face Dvalishvili? Or will he have to navigate a different path to reclaim his championship glory? The MMA world is buzzing with speculation, and fans are eager to see what's next for this resilient fighter.
