Lucia Szabová achieved a historic feat at Oktagon 87, decisively defeating Leidiane Fernandes to claim the vacant flyweight championship. This victory marks a significant moment in the promotion’s history.
Fernandes initiated the fight with a strong showing in the first round, demonstrating her grappling prowess and aiming for an early victory. However, by the second round, signs of fatigue began to appear in Fernandes, allowing Szabová to gain control. Szabová dominated much of the action, cornering the Brazilian fighter and landing effective knee strikes in the clinch.
The third round saw Szabová further assert her dominance. She punished Fernandes with a barrage of knees and elbows, eventually taking her opponent to the ground and securing the mount position. Under a relentless ground and pound assault, Fernandes was unable to improve her situation, leading the referee to stop the fight.
Official Result: Lucia Szabová defeated Leidiane Fernandes by TKO (ground and pound) at 2:12 of Round 3, becoming the new Oktagon MMA flyweight world champion.
With this win, Szabová has become the first female fighter in Oktagon’s history to simultaneously hold championship titles in two different weight divisions.
Highlights from Lucia Szabová vs. Leidiane Fernandes at Oktagon 87
English Translation of the fight highlights and context:
Lucia Szabová made history at Oktagon 87, handily defeating Leidiane Fernandes to capture the vacant flyweight title.
Fernandes came out strong in the opening round, showcasing her ground game and looking for an early upset. However, the momentum shifted in the second round as Fernandes began showing signs of fatigue. This allowed Szabová to control the action, pushing the Brazilian back and landing significant knee strikes in the clinch.
The third round saw Szabová take complete control. Punishing Fernandes with knees and elbows, Szabová then secured a takedown and immediately moved to mount. With Szabová delivering a decisive ground and pound attack, Fernandes was unable to defend, prompting the referee to stop the fight.
Official Result: Lucia Szabová def. Leidiane Fernandes via TKO (ground and pound) at 2:12 of Round 3 to win the Oktagon MMA flyweight world championship.
Szabová is now the first female in promotional history to hold titles in two different divisions simultaneously.
