Kevin Vallejos Ready To Wrap Up Year One
- Manuel Vallejos,who turned 24 years old on Monday,December 9,2024,earned a unanimous decision victory over fellow Dana White's Contender Series (DWCS) graduate Danny Silva.
- The judges scored the bout 30-27, 30-27, and 29-28 in favor of Vallejos, though the fight itself was highly competitive.
- Vallejos acknowledged the challenge Silva presented, stating, "I think it was critically important to have a win against a guy like Danny Silva as he put me in...
UFC Freshman Manuel vallejos Secures Decision Win Over Danny Silva
Manuel Vallejos,who turned 24 years old on Monday,December 9,2024,earned a unanimous decision victory over fellow Dana White’s Contender Series (DWCS) graduate Danny Silva. The fight took place on December 7,2024,and was a significant milestone for the young Argentinian fighter.
The judges scored the bout 30-27, 30-27, and 29-28 in favor of Vallejos, though the fight itself was highly competitive. This win marked Vallejos’ second consecutive victory in the UFC and his fifth straight following a prior decision loss to Jean Silva during his initial appearance on DWCS.
Vallejos acknowledged the challenge Silva presented, stating, “I think it was critically important to have a win against a guy like Danny Silva as he put me in some binds a couple times.” He highlighted Silva’s well-rounded skillset, noting his proficiency in boxing, wrestling, and Muay Thai. Vallejos emphasized the importance of the fight in identifying areas for improvement.
Reflecting on his early UFC career, Vallejos expressed a commitment to continuous growth. “There is really nothing to say: I’m a young athlete, 24 years old,” he said. “I like to evolve in every aspect of the game. This is a sport that is evolving as it is and keeps on changing, so I keep evolving, keep training, and keep getting better in order to have more opportunities to keep evolving, keep getting better in this institution.”
This article was last updated on December 12,2024,at 08:38:41.
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