At UFC Vegas 108, the lightweight division showcased two thrilling battles: Chris Duncan vs. Mateusz Rebecki, and Esteban Ribovics vs. Elves Brener, both earning high praise and potential Fight of the Year recognition.
The lightweight division took center stage at UFC Vegas 108 with two electrifying battles leading into the main event.
First up, Chris Duncan and Mateusz Rebecki engaged in a brutal showdown. Both fighters threw caution to the wind, resulting in a unanimous decision win for Duncan in what many are calling a potential Fight of the Year.
Before that, Esteban Ribovics faced off against Elves Brener in another highly anticipated clash. Ribovics struck early, but Brener, showing resilience, fought back hard. As the rounds progressed, Ribovics took control, ultimately securing the victory.
The MMA community exploded with reactions to these back-to-back lightweight wars. Fighters and fans alike took to Twitter to share their excitement and admiration.
“Two fight of the night?” tweeted Diego Lopes, capturing the sentiment of many. Henry Cejudo chimed in, calling the Duncan vs. Rebecki match an “absolute war.”
Kai Kamaka III simply stated, “These fights back to back!!! Crazy.” Meanwhile, Terrance McKinney praised the lightweight division, saying it’s the most exciting.
Josh Thomson lauded Ribovics and Brener, calling their bout one of the year’s best. Eric Albarracin wondered if the main event could match the night’s energy.
Zac Pauga gave a nod to the Vegas doctors for letting the fights continue, while Terrance McKinney highlighted Esteban’s thrilling style.
Nikolas Motta asserted that the lightweight division remains the most entertaining. Henry Cejudo also praised Ribovics’ striking prowess.
In the end, the consensus was clear: these fights were unforgettable. As Diego Lopes declared, “Brener vs ribovics… FIGHT OF THE NIGHT.”