Undefeated fighter Norma Dumont Viana faced Megan Anderson at UFC Fight Night 169. Within a few minutes of the fight, Dumont quickly realized that she was no match for Anderson.
The duo faced each other inside Chartway Arena, Norfolk Virginia.
Norma Dumont Viana made her UFC debut with just four pro fights on her record. The featherweight faced one of her toughest opponents.
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Megan Anderson is a fierce competitor inside the cage. Anderson is an elite striker who has brutal knock out power in her hands. She has won the Invicta FC featherweight championship.
Megan Anderson makes a statement
Viana was successful in landing some punches at the beginning. However, Anderson started to take control as the fight progressed.
During one of the exchanges, Anderson landed a perfectly timed right hand on Viana’s chin. The blow rocked the Brazilian as she fell back on the canvas. Anderson tried to follow up with strikes but the referee stepped in time. Hence, preventing any unnecessary damage to Viana.
Watch Megan Anderson knock out Norma Dumont Viana
Megan Anderson gets it done. pic.twitter.com/JJDMFo93IN
— Pub Sports Radio (@PubSportsRadio) March 1, 2020
With a knockout like that, Anderson made a powerful statement. She now stands along with Felicia Spencer for a title shot at the champion. Spencer was also able to secure a win over Zara Fairn dos Santos on the same card.
Amanda Nunes has shown interest in fighting both, Anderson and Felicia Spencer.
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I like both winners tonight. Now it’s up to the @danawhite I’m ready for either. 🦁
— Amanda Nunes (@Amanda_Leoa) March 1, 2020
Although Anderson destroyed her opponent, Felicia Spencer holds a win over her. Spencer has only one loss on her record. With a dominant win over Zara Fairn, it puts her ahead of Anderson.
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Watch: Felicia Spencer Destroys Zarah Fairn With Brutal Ground and Pound
Who do you think deserves the title shot? Felicia Spencer or Megan Anderson?