Cory Sandhagen faced Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC Des Moines, both vying for contention in the bantamweight title race. Sandhagen, ranked 4th, focused on avenging a prior loss to secure his chance for the title, while Figueiredo, the former flyweight champion, aimed to cement his place at 135. Throughout the fight, Sandhagen utilized effective striking and grappling against Figueiredo’s relentless takedown attempts. Ultimately, Sandhagen’s strategic strikes and skillful ground control played a crucial role, reinforcing his standing for a title shot in the highly competitive bantamweight division.
Figueiredo showed resilience against Sandhagen, who leveraged his reach and striking to keep control while showcasing his grappling skills effectively in the pivotal rounds.
Sandhagen overcame several takedown attempts by Figueiredo, countering with his own grappling tactics, demonstrating a tactical advantage that ultimately defined the fight.
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