UFC Paris Results: Imavov Dominates Borralho, Secures First-round Finish
Paris, France – Nassourdine Imavov delivered a dominant performance in the main event of UFC Paris on Saturday, defeating Caio Borralho by TKO at 4:42 of the first round. The victory solidifies Imavov’s position as a rising contender in the middleweight division adn marks a significant step forward in his pursuit of a title shot. The event, held at the Accor Arena, showcased several notable finishes and compelling matchups across multiple weight classes.
The UFC’s return to Paris captivated a fervent European fanbase, offering a platform for both established stars and emerging talents. Imavov’s decisive win over Borralho, a highly-regarded prospect, underscores the depth of competition within the middleweight ranks and sets the stage for potential future clashes with top contenders like Dricus Du Plessis and Israel Adesanya. With a clear statement of intent, Imavov has injected new energy into the division’s title picture.
Here are the full results from UFC Paris:
Middleweight: Nassourdine Imavov def. Caio Borralho via TKO (strikes) at 4:42 of R1
Heavyweight: Ciryl Aspinall def. Sergei Pavlovich via TKO (punches) at 1:00 of R1
Lightweight: kaue Fernandes def. Harry Hardwick via TKO (leg kicks) at 3:21 of R1
Welterweight: Sam Patterson def. Trey Waters via TKO (punches) at 3:01 of R1
Middleweight: Robert Bryczek def. Brad Tavares via TKO (punches) at 1:43 of R3
Welterweight: Rinat Fakhretdinov def. Andreas Gustafsson via TKO (strikes) at :54 of R1
* strawweight: sam Hughes def. Shauna bannon via submission (rear-naked choke) at 1:58 of R2