Alexa Grasso Stuns UFC World With Finish At UFC 285
2 years agoWith the biggest upset thus far this year in the women's division, Alexa Grasso earned a finish over Valentina Shevchenko to earn the flyweight crown on Saturday. The finish came at the 4:34 mark of the fourth round. In 19:34 of action, Grasso tallied 59 significant strikes compared to Shevchenko's 87 but led in the total strike department by landing 182 compared to her opponent's 167. Down heading into the championship rounds, Grasso capitalized on an errant spinning back kick, instantly taking the back of the champion and locking in a rear-naked choke for the victory.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN