In a fight in which he showed confidence and ferocity, Ecuadorian fighter Michael Morales defeated Australian Jake Mathews by unanimous decision at UFC Vegas 82 on the night of this Saturday, November 18.

The Tricolors remain undefeated at the professional level at 16-0. The Australian, on the other hand, now has a record of 19 wins and 7 losses.

The 24-year-old native picked up his fourth straight UFC victory that will see him move inside the company’s light heavyweight (170lbs) rankings.

From the beginning, Morales showed calmness and coolness in his movements and delivered precise blows to his opponent. In the first round, tricolors dominated.

Then, in the second round, the Australian tried to surprise the Ecuadorian, but he kept firmness in his movements and eventually submitted to his opponent.

Like the other rounds, Morales was more aggressive in the last round, but he encountered fierce resistance from the Australian Jake Mathews, who held on, but it was not enough for him.

I am happy for this victory against an experienced team, I thank everyone who cheered me on, my hands speak for me, he said. (D)