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UFC 310: Pantoja's Dominance Leaves Asakura Soaked in Submission!

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Alexandre Pantoja shuts down rookie Kai Asakura in UFC 310 - Find out how this Brazilian powerhouse is keeping the flyweight title on lockdown!

UFC 310 delivered a spectacular show that mixed thrilling rivalries with jaw-dropping finishes, marking one of the most talked-about events of 2024! The Brazilian phenom, Alexandre Pantoja, entered the octagon with all eyes on him as he defended his flyweight title against newcomer Kai Asakura. The excitement in the air was palpable as fans anticipated a showcase of skill, but little did they know, Pantoja was on a mission to make quick work of his opponent.

From the opening bell, both fighters exchanged powerful strikes, but it didn’t take long for Pantoja to assert his dominance. Just in the second round, he executed a technical submission that left Asakura tapping out faster than a kid meeting his favorite superhero! With this impressive victory, Pantoja celebrated another successful title defense, scoring his third against opponents who kept flocking to the flyweight division for a shot at the belt. It’s safe to say that Pantoja is not just a champion; he is a force to be reckoned with in the octagon!

But it wasn’t just Pantoja’s performance that had fans buzzing; the co-main event also provided some fireworks! Shavkat Rakhmonov faced off against Ian Machado Garry in a nail-biting contest that had everyone on the edge of their seats. Rakhmonov emerged victorious, pushing his undefeated record to 19-0, leaving Garry to ponder over his first defeat in the UFC – something he insisted was merely a loss ‘by opinion!’ Talk about a dramatic night in Las Vegas!

As we dissect the results from UFC 310, it’s important to highlight the reactions from the fighters and even UFC’s own Dana White. With calls for veterans to hang up their gloves spreading like wildfire, White’s candid commentary reminded everyone that in the fight game, retirements aren’t just a headline but a reality for athletes who’ve given their all. This event not only crowned Pantoja as the champ but also set the stage for future epic confrontations. Fans eagerly await what’s next on the horizon for the champions and contenders alike!

Did you know that Alexandre Pantoja is now the first Brazilian to defend the flyweight title three times? This not only solidifies his legacy in the sport but reinforces Brazil’s stronghold in MMA. Plus, Shavkat Rakhmonov’s journey to 19-0 is reminiscent of some of the UFC legends who swept through their competition over the years, possibly hinting at a rising star ready to challenge for the title soon! Buckle up, because UFC is only getting started!

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Alexandre Pantoja easily defeats rookie Kai Asakura in UFC 2024 ... (MARCA.com)

Brazilian Alexandre Pantoja (29-5) proved too much in the main event of UFC 310, as he submitted Japanese rookie Kai Asakura (21-5) in the second round to ...

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UFC 310: Pantoja defends flyweight belt with technical submission ... (Sportstar)

Alexandre Pantoja (29-5) was making his third title defense since winning a split decision over Brandon Moreno at UFC 290 on July 8, 2023 and proved to good ...

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UFC 310 full results and highlights: Alexandre Pantoja, Shavkat ... (Yahoo Sports)

Alexandre Pantoja and Shavkat Rakhmonov ended the UFC's 2024 pay-per-view schedule on a high note Saturday night at UFC 310.

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UFC 310 post-fight show: Reaction to big wins for Alexandre Pantoja ... (MMA Fighting)

MMA Fighting reacts to UFC 310, including the big victories for flyweight champ Alexandre Pantoja and next welterweight title challenger Shavkat Rakhmonov.

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'They should all retire'… Dana White implores 3 UFC veterans ... (Bloody Elbow)

Dana White is hoping that Clay Guida, Chris Weidman, and Anthony Smith all retire following losses at UFC 310 on Saturday.

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UFC 310 Results: Flyweight Champ Pantoja Submits Asakura to ... (myKhel)

UFC 310 results and recap: UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja submits Kai Asakura to retain belt, while Shavkat Rakhmonov outworks Ian Machado Garry ...

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Pantoja forces Asakura to tap at UFC 310 (Geo Super)

Alexandre Pantoja made quick work of Kai Asakura with a second-round submission to defend his flyweight title in the main event of UFC 310 on Saturday in ...

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5 takeaways from UFC 310: Alexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Asakura (Sportskeeda)

The final UFC pay-per-view of 2024 went down last night in Las Vegas. There were high expectations for it, and it's safe to say that the event lived up to ...

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UFC 310 LIVE: Kai Asakura vs Alexandre Pantoja after Shavkat ... (The Independent)

The former training partners both entered Las Vegas unbeaten, but it was Rakhmonov who kept his undefeated streak intact, moving to 19-0. However, Machado Garry ...

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Alexandre Pantoja forces Kai Asakura to submit at UFC 310 (The Japan Times)

Asakura (21-5), a native of Aichi Prefecture, was a two-time Rizin bantamweight champion before vacating the belt in June to join UFC.

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Ian Garry defeated for first time in UFC (The42)

IAN MACHADO GARRY has fallen to his first defeat in the UFC. Shavkat Rakhmonov won a close contest at UFC 310 in Las Vegas last night, taking the verdict by ...

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UFC 310 results, highlights: Alexandre Pantoja chokes out Kai ... (CBSSports.com)

Alexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Asakura did not last long, but it sure was fun. Champion and challenger exchanged big blows from the opening bell until Pantoja's ...

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'He won by opinion' - Garry suffers first UFC defeat (RTE.ie)

Ian Machado Garry suffered his first defeat after going the distance with the much-fancied Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310 on Saturday night in Las Vegas.

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'He won by opinion'… Ian Machado Garry disputes his UFC 310 ... (Bloody Elbow)

Following his UFC 310 loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov on Saturday, Ian Machado Garry has reacted by claiming he only lost 'by opinion'.

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UFC 310 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: 2024 total ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

LAS VEGAS – Fighters from Saturday's UFC 310 event took home UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay totaling $368500. The program, a comprehensive plan ...

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UFC 310 fight fallout: Belal Muhammad vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov ... (CBSSports.com)

Saturday's card at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas set the stage for some important fights in the next year. Alexandre Pantoja, Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ciryl Gane ...

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Ian Garry loses close clash with Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310 (The Independent)

Rakhmonov won 48-47 on all three scorecards, as Machado Garry's late rally failed to secure him a shot at the welterweight title.

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UFC 310 results: Biggest winners (and loser) from 'Pantoja vs ... (MMAmania.com)

UFC 310 went down last night (Sat., Dec. 7, 2024) inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, which saw Alexandre Pantoja defeat Kai Asakura via ...

UFC 310: Rakhmonov stays perfect against Garry, turns focus to ... (Las Vegas Sun)

Shavkat Rakhmonov, left, is declared winner after fighting Ian Machado Garry, right, in a UFC 310 mixed martial arts welterweight bout at T-Mobile Arena, ...

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Fights To Make After UFC 310 (The Wright Way Network)

Listen, I know there are other contenders who may be more deserving right now, but come on. This is the money fight that flyweight needs.

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Belal Muhammad confident of victory over Shavkat Rakhmonov after ... (Sporting News)

Reigning UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad now knows the identity of his next challenger, and after watching him for 25 minutes, he thinks he has the ...

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Ian Machado Garry: 'I don't feel like I lost' at UFC 310, Shavkat ... (MMA Junkie)

Ian Machado Garry reflects on his decision loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov in the co-main event of Saturday's UFC 310 in Las Vegas.

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An enraged Alexander Volkov calls for UFC 310 judge to 'be fired ... (Bloody Elbow)

UFC 310 might have taken place late into the Las Vegas night, but there was a daylight robbery on the main card as Ciryl Gane was gifted a decision win over ...

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UFC 310's Alexander Volkov questions judging in 'bullsh*t decision ... (MMA Junkie)

Alexander Volkov reacts to his controversial split decision loss to Ciryl Gane at Saturday's UFC 310 in Las Vegas.

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Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Shavkat Rakhmonov after ... (MMA Junkie)

In a fight dubbed as a title eliminator for champion Belal Muhammad's belt, Rakhmonov (19-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC) earned a unanimous decision win over Machado Garry (15 ...

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Dana White enthused by Alexandre Pantoja, RIZIN relationship, and ... (MMA Junkie)

Former RIZIN champion Kai Asakura came up short at UFC 310, but that doesn't mean Dana White isn't enthused by his presence.

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'I was still weak'… Kai Asakura breaks his silence after UFC 310 title ... (Bloody Elbow)

UFC flyweight debutee Kai Asakura has addressed fight fans publically for the first time since falling to Alexandre Pantoja in the UFC 310 main event.

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UFC boss scorches judges (Brisbane Times)

UFC boss Dana White had some choice words for the judges after Alexander Volkov's loss to Ciryl Gane.

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UFC 310: Alexandre Pantoja open to Kai Kara-France flyweight title ... (New Zealand Herald)

Alexandre Pantoja has welcomed a challenge from Kiwi UFC flyweight contender Kai Kara-France , but says it's not up to him who he defends his title against.

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UFC 310 takeaways: Pantoja finally shows dominance (thescore.com)

LAS VEGAS - Alexandre Pantoja retained the UFC flyweight title for the third time Saturday, submitting former Rizin Fighting Federation champion Kai Asakura ...

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UFC 310 takeaways: Did Shavkat Rakhmonov lose aura ahead of a ... (MMA Junkie)

The biggest UFC 310 storylines, including whether Belal Muhammad should be confident or concerned for a Shavkat Rakhmonov title defense.

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