ABU DHABI – Kaue Fernandes defeated Mohammad Yahya with a technical knockout in the first round on Saturday, on the preliminary card of UFC on ABC 7, at the Etihad Arena, in Abu Dhabi.
Take a look at the fight with Fernandes, who bounced back from a split decision loss to Marc Diakiese last November.
Kauê Fernandes defeated. Mohammad Yahya
Result: Kauê Fernandes defeated. Mohammad Yahya by TKO (punches) – Round 1, 4:45
Updated records: Fernandes (9-2 MMA, 1-1 UFC), Yahya (12-5 MMA, 0-2 UFC)
Key Stats: From a near blank, Fernandes defeated Yahya 37-4 on his way to the end of the first round.
Fernandes on the key moment of the fight
“I have these legs. I’ve trained my whole life, not just for this fight. Not just leg kicks, mid kicks, high kicks, spinning kicks. I need to show my kicks, but I took him down with my hands. I have a complete game – no just leg kicks.”
Fernandes about fights on the road
“I knew he was from (Abu Dhabi) and I knew he wanted to bring this victory to his people, to his country. I could go in there with more peace of mind and go in there and get the win.”
Fernandes on what he wants next
“I can fight at the end of this year – that’s my wish. I don’t have an opponent in my head. I fight with anyone. It’s my job. I’m a UFC soldier and I’m ready. “
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