Heading into UFC 251 in July 2020 in Abu Dhabi, Amanda Ribas was driving a four-fight successful streak. She confronted Paige VanZant, who was coming off a submission win over Rachael Ostovich in her earlier outing.
Halfway by the opening spherical, Ribas submitted VanZant by way of armbar. It was VanZant’s ultimate octagon look.
Amanda Ribas vs. Paige VanZant Full Battle Video
Ribas headlines this weekend’s UFC Vegas 89 occasion on the UFC Apex in Las Vegas in opposition to former two-time strawweight champion Rose Namajunas.
Namajunas (11-6) is coming off back-to-back losses for the primary time in a decade. She made her divisional debut in her earlier bout, dropping to Manon Fiorotrot by unanimous determination. Extra accustom to the load class, Namajunas expects to select up her first flyweight win on Saturday.
Ribas (13-4) is coming off a shocking TKO win over Luana Pinheiro in her final battle in November. Ranked eighth within the division, Ribas plans to take out a former champion.
