Jailton Almeida has been making waves with his impressive performances in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Let’s take a closer look at some of his remarkable UFC finishes leading up to his anticipated fight in Sao Paulo in 2023.
Best UFC Finishes : Jailton Almeida
Almeida’s journey in the UFC began after he claimed the Thunder Fight title. Following this achievement, he received an invitation to compete on Dana White’s Contender Series 39, which took place on September 14, 2021. In this high-stakes bout, Almeida faced Nasrudin Nasrudinov. With sheer determination and skill, he secured a victory in the second round via submission, earning him a coveted UFC contract.
Fast forward to February 6, 2022, at UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Strickland, where Almeida showcased his prowess in the light heavyweight division. He squared off against Danilo Marques, and the bout ended in a spectacular fashion. Almeida delivered a knockout in the first round, stunning the audience with a victory achieved in just 2 minutes and 57 seconds.
Almeida’s next challenge came on May 22, 2022, at UFC Fight Night: Holm vs. Vieira in the heavyweight category. His opponent was Parker Porter. This time, Almeida demonstrated his versatility by employing a submission technique. In the first round, he locked in a submission hold, and just 4 minutes and 35 seconds later, Porter tapped out, handing Almeida another impressive win.
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Moving forward to September 11, 2022, at UFC 279, Almeida continued to impress in the catchweight division. His opponent was Anton Turkalj. Almeida displayed his submission skills once again, this time securing a victory in the first round with a submission at 4 minutes and 27 seconds.
One of the most highly anticipated fights in Almeida’s career took place on January 22, 2023, at UFC 283. Facing off against Shamil Abdurakhimov in the heavyweight division, Almeida proved his mettle yet again. This time, he delivered a knockout in the second round at 2 minutes and 56 seconds, solidifying his reputation as a powerful and well-rounded fighter.
But Almeida’s most recent victory at UFC on ABC 4 on May 13, 2023, is what has truly solidified his status as a top contender. In the main event, he faced Jairzinho Rozenstruik, and with remarkable precision, Almeida secured a submission victory via rear-naked choke at 3 minutes and 43 seconds of the first round, leaving no doubt about his prowess.
As fans eagerly await his next bout in Sao Paulo, it’s clear that Almeida’s star is on the rise, and he’s a force to be reckoned with in the world of mixed martial arts.