The stacked UFC 281: Adesanya vs Pereira took place on Nov 12 at the world’s biggest stage, Madison Square Garden. The card offered many exciting matchups for the fans and provided the fighters with a shot at history. One such notable fight was between Brad Riddell and Renato Moicano. Both fighters went toe to toe, and the bout turned out to be a bloody affair.
The closing bout on the prelims card was a lightweight contest as both the fighters eyed a shift in their fortunes. However, Moicano’s impressive display left his opponent with no option as he brutally dominated the fight.
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What happened in the fight at UFC 281?
Both the fighters entered the ring with a loss in their previous outing. The Brazilian fighter displayed a beautiful combo of jab and leg kick and kept his opponent guessing. The jabs proved an effective tool throughout the fight while maintaining the distance.
Significantly, Riddell was cut open as blood rushed out of his face. Later in the first round, the American Top Team representative got the back of his opponent and made his opponent submit in the first round. Thus, securing the win via a rear-necked choke.
Notably, Riddell looked tense throughout the fight, and thus the 33-year-old fighter made quick work of his opponent.
Later on, pumped after his victory, Moicano gave a memorable cage interview with Joe Rogan. The winning fighter hailed the color commentator and shared a fanboy-like moment with him.
Thus, the Brazilian fighter said, “‘You are the smartest person on the planet. I watch your show all day.”
Further, he declared, “I’m here to take over. Make no mistake. I lost only to the best, but today I’m f*****g back.”
How did the fans react?
The fans loved the interaction between the fighter and the famed commentator.
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One fan pointed out the funny mistake made by Moicano while calling Joe Rogan.
Man named Renato actually said "fuckin Joe Hogan" @joerogan
— موسى (@musa_mylove) November 13, 2022
A user cautioned that the standup comic had to be saved.
Take Moicano backstage before he assaults Joe Rogan.
Man is out of control.— MagicM MMA (@MagicM_MMA) November 13, 2022
Another user referred to the interview’s hilarious statement. Thus, they commented, “Did this fighter just say joe rogan got bitches? 😂😂”
Did this fighter just say joe rogan got bitches? 😂😂
— + + + (@AARMANDRO) November 13, 2022
"Joe Rogan, I don't know if you know me, but I was ranked no. 5 at featherweight, I was the best featherweight on the planet. I lost to my idol Jose Aldo, it was bad for my career, I learned from my mistakes, and now I'm here to take over." – Renato Moicano #UFC281
— Bloody Elbow (@BloodyElbow) November 13, 2022
JOE ROGAN I WATCH YOUR PODCAST EVERYDAAAAY
— JBlazR (@RealFlixGaming) November 13, 2022
BIG joe rogan guy 😂
— solecito ☀️ (@lilsunnymma) November 13, 2022
There's nothing more pure than fighters being excited to speak to Joe Rogan after a win 😂#UFC281
— Charlie Wilson (@charliereachplc) November 13, 2022
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“Joe Rogan gets mad bitches”😂😂😂
— hunter (@AyeeeBoogie) November 13, 2022
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