The flyweight division has always been about speed, technique, and heart. All three things were on full display at UFC Edmonton. Brandon Moreno showed exactly why he has been a champion. Coming off two losses, some fans were starting to wonder if his best days were behind him. Well, those people couldn’t be more wrong, as he dominated the entire fight against Amir Albazi.
In what turned out to be a masterclass in striking, Moreno dismantled the previously undefeated Albazi over five rounds at Rogers Place. The Iraqi fighter came in riding high on a six-fight win streak. However, landing clean shots on Moreno became a humongous task for him.
Brandon Moreno’s head movement was giving Amir Albazi quite a lot of problems. Every time he thought he had the angle figured out, Moreno’s head was somewhere else entirely. The former champ’s striking combinations flowed effortlessly. By the third round, Albazi’s face was telling a story, and it wasn’t a happy one.
The judges’ scorecards (49-46, 50-45, 50-45) reflected what everyone watching already knew – this was Brandon Moreno‘s night. For Albazi, this setback might sting like a paper cut soaked in lemon juice, but it’s the kind of loss that often leads to greater things. He showed heart, durability, and the kind of toughness that makes fighters better in the long run.
Fight Fans Reacted To Brandon Moreno’s Dominant Win Over Amir Albazi
Social media has become the modern-day Colosseum’s stands, where fight fans gather to share their instant reactions. When Moreno put on a striking clinic at UFC Edmonton, the digital arena erupted in high enthusiasm.
The online response to Brandon Moreno’s dominance proved that the Mexican star hasn’t lost an ounce of his fan appeal. Some fans reacted to Amir Albazi being unable to tag his opponent effectively. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:
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Brandon Moreno’s win has catapulted him into the title conversations again. His fan-favorite status and charming personality have made sure that he stays at the top. As for Albazi, he will come back stronger and learn from this high-profile loss.
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