Jaqueline Amorim made quite an impression in her UFC debut by dominating Montserrat Ruiz in their strawweight clash on Jan. 22, 2023. The Brazilian up-and-comer showcased her talent with an impressive performance, submitting Ruiz in the first round at UFC on ESPN 51. Amorim, who is only 28 years old, has already established herself as a promising prospect in the women’s strawweight division.
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Amorim’s Aggressive Ground Game
From the beginning of the bout, Amorim established her dominance by securing a takedown. Once on the ground, she didn’t waste any time and went to work on Ruiz, demonstrating her aggressive ground game. Amorim was able to transition from position to position, eventually getting to the mount. In this position, she rained down heavy blows on Ruiz, leaving her with no choice but to cover up and try to survive.
Submission Victory for Amorim
Despite Ruiz’s attempts to escape, Amorim was relentless in her pursuit of the finish. She eventually transitioned to the armbar, forcing Ruiz to tap out at the 3:28 mark of the first round. This impressive submission victory showcased Amorim’s well-rounded skill set and marked her arrival on the UFC stage.
Amorim’s performance was undoubtedly a highlight of UFC on ESPN 51, and her future in the organization looks bright. With a record of 11-2 and an impressive debut victory under her belt, it will be exciting to see what lies ahead for this promising Brazilian prospect.