"Nurmagomedov came out as the aggressor in round one pressing Figueiredo to the fence. The former champion stayed on the outside as Umar threatened multiple kicks to the body and head. Figueredo initiated a grappling exchange but was unable to secure at takedown. Nurmagomedov shot a takedown of own but Figueiredo attempted a guillotine choke to get back to his feet."
"In the second, Nurmagomedov landed two kicks in the first thirty seconds. Attempting another kick Umar fell and Figueredo was momentarily in top control. Reversing the position Nurmagomedov returned to his feet after an impressive scramble. Umar remained the more active fighter throughout the round, exchanging big blows with Figueiredo up until the horn sounded. To start the third Umar pressed the action with kicks to the head and body, forcing Figueredo to fight off the back foot."
"With three minutes left Nurmagomedov was able to land a takedown near the fence. With plenty of time to work Umar was in full guard landing big shots on the former flyweight champion. For two more minutes Nurmagomedov remained in top control pounding away at Figueredo while trying to advance position. All three judges scored this fight for Umar Nurmagomedov, who afterwards celebrated with his team fea"
Umar Nurmagomedov faced Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 324 in Las Vegas, with Figueiredo missing weight by 2.5 pounds. Nurmagomedov opened as the aggressor, pressing to the fence, landing kicks and securing takedowns while Figueiredo attempted guillotine chokes and grappling exchanges. Nurmagomedov maintained positional control for much of the opening round and stayed the more active fighter in round two, reversing a brief top sequence and trading heavy strikes. In round three Nurmagomedov landed a late takedown, worked from full guard and delivered sustained ground-and-pound while seeking position advancement. All three judges awarded the contest to Nurmagomedov.
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