UFC Vegas 122 video: Daria Zhelezniakova quits after Alice Pereira's slicing elbow
Daria Zhelezniakova opted not to continue between rounds at UFC Vegas 122 after Alice Pereira's cut her open.
At UFC Vegas 122, Alice Pereira defeated Daria Zhelezniakova via TKO in the first round after just five minutes. The 20-year-old Pereira, who has two wins in the UFC, showcased her dominance from the outset, applying significant pressure throughout the bout. A decisive moment occurred late in the round when Pereira executed a powerful takedown, setting the stage for her telling move: a slicing elbow that cut Zhelezniakova severely.
Despite the cut, Zhelezniakova fought her way through the round, and the cutman worked diligently to halt the bleeding. However, referee Jason Herzog expressed concerns about Zhelezniakova's desire to continue, prompting her to capitulate by saying "no" directly to the official. This marked the end of the bout. Pereira's victory came at a time when the women's 135-pound division remains undermanned, with only 24 active fighters in the UFC.
In her post-fight interview, Pereira emphasized the vitality of bantamweight, expressing her intent to focus on the media and critics of the division.
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