A victory via submission is an incredible show of skill and technique by fighters. As such, Brazilian grappling ace Virna Jandiraoba left the MMA world buzzing. The strawweight contender secured a spectacular submission victory over Amanda Lemos at UFC Vegas 94.
The main event lived up to its billing as a classic striker vs. grappler showdown. Lemos, known for her knockout power, was looking to climb back into title contention. Jandiroba, however, had other plans. She showcased her world-class ground game from the opening bell.
The first round saw both fighters threatening with submissions in exciting grappling exchanges. But it was in the second round that Jandiroba truly shone. She managed to take Lemos’ back, a position every grappler dreams of. As the clock ticked down, Jandiriba transitioned to a nasty armbar. Lemos, tough as nails, had no choice but to tap out.
The win extended Jandiroba’s winning streak to four, with her last loss coming in 2021. This win likely catapults her into the division’s top three. This victory might be enough for Jandiroba to get a title shot against the reigning strawweight champion, Weili Zhang.
Virna Jandiroba Calls For A Title Shot Following Armbar Victory
UFC Vegas 94 was filled with intense fights and thrilling finishes. Five of the six fights on the main card did not see the final bell. However, out of all these, one voice rang out louder than the rest. Virna Jandiroba, fresh off her impressive submission victory, wasted no time in making her intentions clear.
The Brazilian jiu-jitsu ace forced Amanda Lemos to tap out with a slick armbar. The UFC Apex was still buzzing from the spectacular finish in the main event. But Jandiroba wasn’t content with just winning the fight. She had her sights set on bigger prizes. “Dana, I’m the next champion…”Weili… let’s go!”
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Virna Jandiroba put the current strawweight champion on notice as well. The call-out was as bold as her performance in the octagon. With this performance at her back, she might very well be next in line for the coveted title shot against a feared MMA fighter in Zhang. As the dust settles on UFC Vegas 94, Jandiroba’s words echo in the MMA world. She’s made her case in the octagon and on the mic. Now, it’s up to Dana White and the UFC matchmakers to decide whether they will honor her wish.
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