Free Fight! Benavidez Stops Formiga A Second time

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Free Fight! Benavidez Stops Formiga A Second time

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From the jump, both men meant business, as they exchanged strikes throughout the first five minutes, with Jussier landing some solid shots, busting up Joseph’s eye and taking his back on a couple of occasions. Round two was much of the same, as Formiga was not letting up one bit.

With 30 seconds left in the second round, however, Benavidez landed a solid kick to the face that rocked Formiga. The momentum dropped Joseph, who bounced right back up to rock Formiga once again with a right hand. Smelling blood, Benavidez unleashed a 13-strike combination that ultimately forced the referee to put an end to the fight.

The win was Benavidez’s third straight, and nine of 10 overall, which put him in line for another shot at the promotion’s flyweight title. Will he get it done this time around?

To see the entire UFC Fight Night 169: “Benavidez vs Figueirdo” fight card click here.

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