Amsterdam’s Yousri Belgaroui Impresses in UFC Vancouver Debut

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Amsterdam’s Yousri Belgaroui Impresses in UFC Vancouver Debut

Yousri Belgaroui made an impressive debut in the UFC at the recent event in Vancouver. He secured a victory against Azamat Bekoev, ending the match with a TKO just one minute into the third round.

Yousri Belgaroui’s Dominant Performance in UFC Vancouver

Competing as an underdog, Belgaroui showcased his superior skills throughout the fight. Despite Bekoev’s reputation for early finishes, he struggled to gain any momentum against Belgaroui’s effective strikes and mobility.

Match Highlights

  • Event: UFC Fight Night Vancouver
  • Opponent: Azamat Bekoev
  • Victory Method: TKO in the third round
  • Strike Count: Belgaroui landed a total of 102 strikes
  • Duration: Fight ended one minute into the third round

Belgaroui utilized his longer reach effectively. With a series of rapid combinations and powerful low kicks, he kept Bekoev on the defensive. Although Bekoev relied on takedowns, he managed only four attempts without inflicting significant damage.

As the match progressed, Bekoev showed signs of fatigue. Belgaroui took advantage of this, unleashing a barrage of punches towards the end of the second round, which led to the referee intervening for a stoppage.

Looking Ahead

This victory marks an important step for Yousri Belgaroui in his UFC career. He expressed excitement about this initial achievement, noting it as “the first step on the ladder.” Meanwhile, in the main event of UFC Vancouver, fellow Dutch fighter Reinier de Ridder was set to compete against Brendan Allen.

Fans can catch all the action from UFC Fight Night Vancouver, with the event exclusively airing on HBO Max.