With UFC at a new broadcasting home, UFC on ABC 2 delivered the goods with some great fights.
The event took place inside the UFC Apex. Additionally, the fights took place on April 10, where Kevin Holland looked to erase his recent fight against Derek Brunson. However, the long rangy American was tasked with taking on a freight train in the form of the Italian Marvin Vettori.
In addition to the solid headliner, the co-main event saw Sodiq Yousuff take on Arnold Allen in a prospect battle. Not to mention, the night wasn’t short in action after Mackenzie Dern submitted Nina Nunes in the first round. Overall, the fight night is going to shake up the rankings for sure. At the UFC on ABC 2 event, Julian Marquez established himself as a name after a brutal finish over Sam Alvey.
Before we put an end to the day of fights, let’s take a look at what fighters had to say on social media following the UFC on ABC 2 action.
Daniel Rodriguez defeats Mike Perry
What started as a close back and forth, ultimately saw Perry outclassed on the feet. Perhaps following the defeat, he may begin to explore looking into a new camp as he admitted he had one more fight on his UFC contract.
Guess I fought like a had a knife in a gun fight. Grappling was there but didn’t wanna use it. Better get on the pads.
— Platinum Mike Perry (@PlatinumPerry) April 11, 2021
true master of all the arts.
& as humble and deadly as they come!!
If Perry fancies coming here for a few months I would more than be willing to accommodate him and his family and I’m sure my team would feel the same way
Hope whatever he chooses in life he puts him & family 1st x— D (@darrentill2) April 11, 2021
Daniel Rodriguez reveals the secret behind the “mushroom kick” 😅 (via @bokamotoESPN) pic.twitter.com/hYXcaJfsi8
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) April 10, 2021
Mackenzie Dern defeats Nina Nunes
While the fight didn’t last long, Dern showed how dangerous her ground game really is, and her transitions to get there are improving too.
Thank you everybody for all the support. Life goes on.💕 Obrigada para quem torceu! Vida q segue. @NinaAnsaroff pic.twitter.com/bWwcuHGnYy
— Amanda Nunes (@Amanda_Leoa) April 10, 2021
Great show of respect from Mackenzie Dern for Nina Nunes after so long out of the Octagon for Nunes.#UFCVegas23 pic.twitter.com/CxTHj5o6Zh
— UFC on BT Sport (@btsportufc) April 10, 2021
Gotta love everything about Mackenzie Dern right now. She's realizing her potential. Her level of commitment didn't match her talent before, which she's admitted. Now it does. Her future looks exciting.
— Brett Okamoto (@bokamotoESPN) April 10, 2021
To quote the late, great Dennis Green:
Mackenzie Dern is exactly who we thought she was: a legit contender. That’s now four impressive wins a row. https://t.co/wTsTiRo6iL
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) April 10, 2021
Julian Marquez defeats Sam Alvey
Marquez raised a lot of eyes after a striking display led to him finishing Alvey with a rear-naked choke.
Julian Marquez looks like Mick Foley
— Jared Gordon (@JFlashGordonMMA) April 10, 2021
We know what we’re doing 🙂 https://t.co/656XrGZhSP
— Julian marquez (@JMarquezMMA) April 10, 2021
SHEEEEEESH! @JMarquezMMA was finishing that fight NO MATTER WHAT 🥶 #UFCVegas23 pic.twitter.com/5hwfT4A7I2
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) April 10, 2021
Arnold Allen defeats Sodiq Yusuff in UFC On ABC 2 Co-main Event
In particular, this fight showed the depth of the featherweight division. In a very close fight, Allen edged out Yusuff.
That’s 10 in a row for AAA. Good man.
A sign of things to come for those nicknamed Almighty?
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) April 10, 2021
8-0 in the @ufc Top 10 in the World. Couldn't be prouder of this young man. No short cuts taken, World Champion in the future no doubt. #arnoldallen #arnoldalmightyallen @ Las Vegas, Nevada https://t.co/a8AQpOLRus
— Jack Mason (@JackStoneMason) April 10, 2021
🎉 Congratulations to Jack Shore and Arnold Allen on their performances last night at #UFCVegas23 – all of their Cage Warriors Fights can be found on UFC Fight Pass pic.twitter.com/VYGG86HCq2
— Cage Warriors (@CageWarriors) April 11, 2021
Marvin Vettori defeats Kevin Holland – UFC On ABC 2 Main Event
In the main event, Vettori used Derek Brunson’s blueprint and mostly outwrestled Holland.
I feel like Marvin Vettori owes me money for the blueprint! #UFCVegas23
— Derek Brunson (@DerekBrunson) April 10, 2021
There was absolutely nothing done in that corner for Holland to reduce that swelling. Not very good corner work here #UFCVegas23 #UFConABC2
— KAMARU USMAN (@USMAN84kg) April 10, 2021
Big Mouth needs some takedown defense
— Funky (@Benaskren) April 10, 2021
Still on that @Trailblaze2top train 🚂 #UFConABC2
— Casey Oneill (@kingcaseymma) April 10, 2021
"Dana, I am expecting this ticket. See you soon."@MarvinVettori told @MeganOlivi that he wants a front-row seat to Whittaker vs. Kelvin Gastelum next week 🎟 #UFCVegas23 pic.twitter.com/vaAXyGHh3i
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) April 10, 2021
I mean Holland isn’t out of this fight.
— Deron Winn (@DeronWinn) April 10, 2021
Kevin Holland likes the idea 😂
(via @Grabaka_Hitman, @Trailblaze2top) pic.twitter.com/ktx8VCoOCb
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) April 11, 2021
Let’s see what adjustments @Trailblaze2top is going to make #UFCVegas23 @ufc
— Dominick Cruz (@DominickCruz) April 10, 2021
Marvin Vettori believes Robert Whittaker "blew it" in his pursuit of the title 👀 #UFCVegas23
(via @bokamotoESPN) pic.twitter.com/63SrzBWz1y
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) April 11, 2021
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