"Morales was a perfect 18-0 to start his MMA career, and in the mix with the next generation of talent including Shavkat Rakhmonov, Ian Machado Garry, and current champ Jack Della Maddalena. Brady, six years the Brazilian's senior, had won his last three fights, submitting ex-170lb champ Leon Edwards earlier in the year. Morales took the center of the cage and seemed to have a significant size advantage on fight night. Brady stood at distance retreating from the pressing Morales."
"Brady crashed forward with a double jab forcing Morales to retreat. Morales landed a beautiful right hand over the top that staggered Brady and had him in serious trouble. Morales crashed forward with winging punches that made Brady shell up. Morales landed a massive uppercut that snapped back the head of Brady sending him crashing to the floor. Brady crumbled to the canvas and was hit with a more shots before referee Blake Grice called a stop to the contest."
"Morales extended his undefeated streak to 19 and picked up a massive win over a highly ranked fighter. The highly talented Ecuadorian prospect is one of the hottest prospects at 170-pounds earning a potential performance bonus. While talking with Joe Rogan following the victory, Morales told Dana White he needs his opportunity at the title. The UFC now has a huge Latin American star that isn't even thirty years of age, Michael Morales will be a name we hear for many years to come."
Michael Morales defeated Sean Brady by TKO at UFC 322, finishing the fight at 3:27 of round one. Morales entered the bout undefeated and improved to 19-0 with the victory. Morales took control early, using size and aggressive striking to stagger Brady and land a massive uppercut that knocked Brady down. Brady had previously won three consecutive fights, including a submission of former champion Leon Edwards. The victory positioned Morales among the rising welterweight stars and earned him a potential performance bonus. Morales publicly called for a title opportunity after the win, becoming a major Latin American prospect under thirty.
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