Boris Atangana is a perfect 5-0 with all five of his wins being finishes, four KO/TKOs and a submission (with four finishes coming in the first round). The striking specialist is known for explosiveness, athleticism, and pressure. The Belgian last fought in January, finishing Raphael Pessoa.

 

Portugal’s Bruno Santos represents MMA Masters, and he’s known for aggressive pressure, knockout power, and opportunistic grappling. All six of Santos’ bouts have ended before the judges have been needed – a testament to his wild, finish-focused style. Santos comes into the bout off a loss to Lucas Rodrigues in November.

 

Which of these two light heavyweights will leave their mark in this showcase bout?

 

 

Round 1

 

Atangana explodes forward quickly with a takedown. Atangana landing power shots already! Front headlock now. Atangana might be setting up for an Anaconda choke already. Atangana lets go of the choke, but he gets right to the back and flattens Santos out. Atangana raining down ground-and-pound, and the ref steps in!

 

 

Boris Atangana gets things done in just under a minute!

 

 

OFFICIAL RESULT

 

Boris Atangana def. Bruno Santos via first-round TKO (0:56)