"Canada's own Melissa Croden makes the jump to the UFC on Saturday, with the undefeated bantamweight facing off against Tainara Lisboa. Croden (6-2) makes her UFC debut in her home country of Canada following a successful LFA run. With a three-fight win streak intact she looked to continue her momentum right into the UFC. Lisboa (7-3) is coming off a loss to Luana Santos in May. She'll look to avoid a two-fight losing skid while welcoming Croden to the promotion."
"The fight saw a competive round one between the two ladies. Crowden found success with the jab and has more power behind what she was throwing. Lisboa did a fine job in the clinch, mixing in some nice elbows. Lisboa also ended the round better, landing in combinations. Round two started competitive but you can see Croden start to wear on Lisboa late in the round."
Melissa Croden (6-2) made her UFC debut in Canada following a successful LFA run and a three-fight win streak. Tainara Lisboa (7-3) entered off a loss to Luana Santos and aimed to avoid a two-fight skid. The bout opened the preliminary card. Round one was competitive; Croden found success with the jab and heavier shots while Lisboa worked the clinch and landed elbows and combinations. Round two stayed competitive but Croden began to wear on Lisboa, who used an armbar attempt to survive the frame. In round three Croden secured top position, delivered ground-and-pound and earned a TKO at 4:32.
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