Jonathan Pearce talked trash, but Joanderson Brito ultimately finished him at UFC Vegas 82 with a ninja choke in the second round, leading to a surprising victory and post-fight celebration.
Jonathan Pearce suffered a defeat at UFC Vegas 82 after a clash with Joanderson Brito, who finished Pearce with a ninja choke at 3:54 of Round 2. Initially, Pearce had taunted Brito to “get up and do something,” which ultimately led to his downfall as Brito capitalized on the opportunity to secure the win. In a post-victory celebration, Brito emulated Derrick Lewis by taking off his shorts, further adding to the excitement of the event.
UFC fighters shared their reactions to the fight and Brito’s impressive submission win. Dan Ige expressed surprise at Brito’s victory and questioned whether Brito would be able to defeat him as well. Brian Kelleher analyzed the fight, highlighting Pearce’s grappling skills and Brito’s dependence on power, ultimately commenting on Brito’s response to Pearce’s taunt.
Overall, the event proved to be an exciting and eventful one, with Brito showcasing his prowess in the ring and leaving an impression on both his opponent and fellow UFC fighters.