UFC Vegas 115 took place at the Apex facility on Saturday. The main event featured a captivating clash between lightweight contenders Renato Moicano and Chris Duncan.
Prior to this encounter, Moicano had experienced consecutive defeats against Beneil Dariush and Islam Makhachev for the championship title. Conversely, Duncan arrived with momentum from a four-fight winning streak, making this his debut UFC main event.
In the end, Moicano secured a submission victory in the second round, achieving a surprise win and delivering a strong message to the lightweight category. After the conclusion of UFC Vegas 115, I will offer my thoughts on the potential next steps for these lightweight combatants.
Renato Moicano
Many had dismissed Renato Moicano leading into UFC Vegas 115, yet he managed to reclaim his past form, achieving a submission triumph against Chris Duncan. This was an excellent display from the Brazilian fighter, demonstrating his continued presence as a top-15 contender in the lightweight division.
After this victory, Moicano merits a significant upcoming bout, given his captivating presence both in interviews and during fights. A sensible next matchup would be against Dan Hooker, considering their ongoing verbal jabs. This contest could headline a Fight Night event or serve as a main card opener on a pay-per-view, promising an exciting spectacle regardless of its duration.
Chris Duncan
At UFC Vegas 115, Chris Duncan had an opportunity to break into the lightweight top-10, but he was unsuccessful against Renato Moicano. Duncan encountered difficulties with Moicano’s grappling techniques and striking prowess, ultimately leading to his submission in the second round.
Following this defeat, Duncan must re-evaluate his strategy and is expected to face an unranked adversary in his next outing. A suitable opponent would be the victor of the upcoming Alexander Hernandez versus Rafa Garcia bout, scheduled for later this month. Irrespective of the winner, this would be an enjoyable matchup, potentially setting up the victor for a subsequent fight against a ranked contender.
What are your predictions for Renato Moicano and Chris Duncan’s next moves subsequent to UFC Vegas 115? Share your thoughts in the comments, PENN Nation!
