Brendson Ribeiro Submits Felipe Franco at UFC Vegas 122

Brendson Ribeiro returned to winning form at UFC Vegas 122 on Saturday, October 10, defeating fellow Brazilian Felipe Franco by first-round submission in a light heavyweight bout. Ribeiro secured a guillotine choke after Franco attempted a takedown, ending a four-fight losing streak in the UFC. The decisive sequence unfolded early in the contest as both fighters initially assessed the distance while exchanging strikes.

Franco then attempted a double-leg takedown to close the distance, but Ribeiro anticipated the move, locked in the guillotine choke, and forced the finish before the opening round ended. The victory improved Ribeiro's professional record to 18 wins, 11 losses, and one no-contest, according to the source report. His career victories now include eight submissions and nine knockouts, reflecting his record of finishing opponents before the end of regulation.

Known by the nickname The Gorilla, Ribeiro represents Chute Boxe. His victory at UFC Vegas 122 ended a difficult stretch of results and gave him a win after four consecutive defeats.

Before the fight, Ribeiro discussed his preparation and expectations for the matchup with Franco in an interview with reporter Evelyn Rodrigues for the UFC's official channel. UFC.com.br published the interview during fight-week coverage of UFC Vegas 122. Franco's attempt to take the fight to the ground ultimately created the opening Ribeiro needed to secure the finish. Franco was unable to establish his intended pace before the first-round submission ended his appearance on the card.

UFC Vegas 122 took place on Saturday, October 10. The all-Brazilian light heavyweight matchup ended within the opening round, with Ribeiro using the guillotine choke to secure the win.