In UFC on ESPN 51, Da’Mon Blackshear secured a rare twister submission to defeat his opponent, Daniel Carey. This impressive move takes a high level of skill and expertise to execute, and Blackshear’s victory marks only the second time this submission has been successfully applied in UFC history. The first instance was in 2011 when “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung pulled off the move against Leonard Garcia.
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Blackshear’s path to victory
Blackshear began the match showcasing his striking skills and quickly established himself as the more dangerous fighter. Carey attempted to bring the fight to the ground, but Blackshear’s grappling and submission defense were on point. Eventually, Blackshear was able to take Carey’s back and expertly maneuvered himself into position to execute the rare twister submission. With just 30 seconds left in the second round, Carey tapped out, granting Blackshear the victory.
Significance of the twister submission
The twister submission is a notoriously difficult move to execute in a live mixed martial arts (MMA) fight, as it requires exceptional flexibility and precise control of one’s opponent. Blackshear’s successful application of this technique showcases both his technical prowess and his ability to adapt to the challenge presented by his opponent. The win also puts Blackshear in an exclusive group of fighters who have successfully executed the move in a professional MMA setting.
Da’Mon Blackshear’s impressive victory at UFC on ESPN 51 demonstrates his growth as a martial artist and his potential in the world of mixed martial arts. With such a memorable win on his record, fans can expect to see more exciting performances from Blackshear in the future.