Oh boy, Randy Brown really brought the house down at UFC Fight Night 235. It was a sight to behold, folks. He faced off against Muslim Salikhov in what turned out to be a jaw-dropping welterweight clash. And let me tell ya, it was in the buzzing heart of Las Vegas, right at the UFC Apex.
Brown was on fire that night. He didn’t just win; he owned the ring. With a swift double jab followed by a right cross that could’ve knocked the wind out of a hurricane, Salikhov hit the deck hard. And just when you thought it was over, Brown added a cherry on top with a standing-to-ground shot. All this action packed into the first round, ending at the 3:17 mark. Oh, and did I mention? Brown pocketed a cool $50,000 “Performance of the Night” bonus for his efforts. Not too shabby, eh?
Switching gears, let’s talk about Molly “Meatball” McCann. She’s a crowd pleaser, no doubt about it. McCann made her strawweight debut against Diana Belbita and, boy, did she deliver. It was a rematch from their 2019 encounter, but this time at a lighter weight. McCann was relentless, dominating the stand-up game before securing an armbar that had Belbita tapping out with just a second to spare in the first round. Talk about a buzzer-beater! This victory was a big deal for McCann, snapping a two-fight losing streak and earning her a $50,000 “Performance of the Night” bonus.
Lastly, we can’t forget about Charles Johnson and Azat Maksum. These two warriors put on a show that had everyone on the edge of their seats. Their flyweight battle was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Maksum dropping Johnson in the first round. However, Johnson wasn’t about to let the story end there. He clawed his way back, gaining momentum and showcasing his resilience. By the end of it, Johnson emerged victorious by unanimous decision. Both fighters walked away with “Fight of the Night” honors and $50,000 each. What a night, huh?
So, there you have it. A night of unforgettable fights, jaw-dropping moments, and athletes who left it all in the ring. UFC Fight Night 235 was one for the books, and I can’t wait to see what’s next in the world of MMA. Stay tuned, folks.