The dynamic offense of Yair Rodriguez has led him to a piece of UFC gold.
Mexico’s Rodriguez (15-3 MMA, 10-2 UFC) took on Josh Emmett in the co-main event of UFC 284 at RAC Arena in Perth, Australia with the interim featherweight title on the line. Emmett (18-3 MMA, 9-3 UFC) threatened Rodriguez with big power, but would find himself trapped in a triangle submission in the second round.
The fighters covered a lot of real estate early on as they looked for openings. Rodriguez got the action started with a series of kicks, including a hard blow to the body that hurt Emmett. A moment later they were trading furious punches as the action intensified. Rodriguez’s combinations added kicks, while Emmett stuck with his fists. A hard punch from Emmett connected, causing Rodriguez to drop to the canvas. The fight continued on the mat while Rodriguez didn’t appear hurt, as he was able to maintain guard and answer back with a few sharp elbows from his back.
