UFC 285 indeed had cards that demonstrated the competency of the fighters. One incident that took the entire combat sports universe by surprise was the way Alexa Grasso countered Valentina Shevchenko. Shevchenko’s signature spinning back kick has destroyed many fighters. However, it came with weaknesses waiting to be exploited. As ‘Bullet’ launched a spinning back kick in the fourth round, Grasso quickly took control of her back and ended the fight with a submission.

Although the fight impressed the fans, it didn’t come without practice. It was later revealed that Grasso specifically trained how to counter Shevchenko’s signature move. Without a doubt, it came as a successful move that secured her a victory. The fans were, in fact, completely impressed with Grasso’s moves. Unquestionably, they took to the comments and showered the flyweight fighter with praise for her training.

Fans impressed with Alexa Grasso’s training to counter Valentina Shevchenko 

After her recent victory over Shevchenko, the Mexican flyweight stunned the world with a video from her training. She declared that she had been training the counter to Shevchenko’s legendary kick for days. Undeniably, the practice bore fruits of success.

‘Fullsend MMA’ released the comparison of the takedown on Instagram and captioned, “Alexa Grasso drilled the exact finish on Valentina Shevchenko in her locker room right before she walked out.” The fans, however, were quick to take over the comments and express themselves. As the video traveled the leagues of the internet, the mixed martial arts fans were in awe over the similarity of the moves.

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Here is what the fans said:

• Proof .. practice makes perfect !
• nothing is lucky for us!! months and months working for it.
• She drilled a version of it and executed more efficiently in the fight. Which is even crazier. Positional sparring is so underrated.
• Hats off to the coach
• Crazy. Cool game plan with execution
• Calculated

Furthermore, the training video found its way to Reddit, and people had a lot to say.

• Always amazes me seeing them drill EXACTLY what they won the fight with against that particular opponent. Watching tape is so damn important. Great fighter and great coaching team
• she did it better in the fight too.
• That’s f* insane, she really has a bright future and she’s endearing
• no one can say this was luck or a fluke
• They found an exploit and took advantage. Good job by team grasso
• Practice makes perfect. Way to go Grasso!

Undeniably, UFC 285 packed a punch that entertained the fans to the maximum extent. However, the real awe came after the events. Doubtlessly, Grasso has garnered more fans to her fanbase after her commendable victory and intense training.

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