Two KO performers clashed in the main event at UFC Las Vegas 38. Thiago Santos and Johnny Walker they have the ability to change the course of a lawsuit with one hand. The first had promised “fireworks”, but at the moment of truth their powder was wet. A vibrant match was expected and we enjoyed a tactical fight in which the excessive respect of both left a poor show. Marreta took the triumph by unanimous decision (triple 48-47) in a close match due to lack of activity.
The script of the lawsuit was seen in the first round. Walker took the center of the octagon and Santos preferred the outside. Neither wanted to stop because of the obvious danger, so there were never exchanges. Walker feinted a lot, but he was never comfortable in distance and that did not allow him to connect. The truth is that neither was able to reach their rival, nor did they try to lock the other against the fence to cut spaces … In fact, the only clear hand was in the last round. Marreta hunted Walker, who was able to resist on his feet. Other than that, none were effective, much less lethal. Santos attempted the takedown in the second round, but his compatriot fought back well. The veteran’s biggest kick, who had more activity in the final part of the fight (it went from less to more), and that hand ended up giving him the duel. Santos wins, but did not do enough to climb the ranking. Of course, the victory is very important for him: he cuts a streak of three consecutive defeats.
