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A violent finish by elbow strikes and a submission that sent a fighter to sleep were highlights on UFC's prelim show

Alan DawsonJul 10, 2022, 08:12 IST

David Onama sleeps Garrett Armfield with an arm triangle choke submission.Photo by Getty Images

  • David Onama sent his opponent Garrett Armfield to sleep with an arm-triangle choke.
  • Cody Brundage and Kennedy Nzechukwu scored violent finishes of their own.

LAS VEGAS — The UFC returned to its Apex TV studio Saturday for a "Fight Night" event broadcast on ESPN.

Kennedy Nzechukwu, David Onama, and Cody Brundage excelled in separate MMA fights as the preliminary section of the show featured technical submission moves and violent knockouts.

Keep scrolling to see highlights of the event Insider attended July 9.

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Saidyokub Kakhramonov beat Ronnie Lawrence in the first UFC fight of the night.

Saidyokub Kakhramonov looked impressive.Photo by Getty Images

Saidyokub Kakharamonov punched Ronnie Lawrence on their way to the ground.

Kakhramonov beat Lawrence in the first UFC fight of the night Saturday.Photo by Getty Images
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Kennedy Nzechukwu overpowered Karl Roberson in the second bout of the evening.

Kennedy Nzechukwu attempted to choke Karl Roberson in a light heavyweight bout.Photo by Getty Images

Kennedy Nzechukwu fought to a third-round finish thanks to merciless ground-and-pound.

Kennedy Nzechukwu eventually pounded Karl Roberson away in the third round with elbows.Photo by Getty Images
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Featherweight fighter David Onama sent his opponent Garrett Armfield to sleep.

David Onama submitted Garrett Armfield.Photo by Getty Images

The balance of power swung in Onama's favor in round two as he came from behind to get the win.

David Onama fired himself up before returning to the cagefight.Photo by Getty Images
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Antonino Shevchenko outpointed Cortney Casey in the penultimate prelim bout.

Antonina Shevchenko struck Cortney Casey during their flyweight match.Photo by Getty Images

One of the most violent finishes on the ESPN prelims arrived last as Cody Brundage knocked Tresean Gore to the floor with ease.

Cody Brundage separated Tresean Gore from his senses.Photo by Getty Images
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Cody Brundage added to his highlight reel.

Cody Brundage knocked Tresean Gore unconscious.Photo by Getty Images

The Dos Anjos vs. Fiziev UFC Fight Night event concluded the company's three-event run in Las Vegas.

A general view of the UFC Octagon at the company's Apex studio in Las Vegas.Photo by Getty Images
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