Edgar Chairez continues his climb up the UFC flyweight rankings, scoring a first-round finish of Bruno Silva during the UFC Vegas 118 prelims.
The two engaged in a striking scrap early, with both men getting their fair share of shots in. Chairez took over with control, however, by managing to drop Silva twice during the first round.
The second knockdown came via an uppercut and marked the beginning of the end for Silva. Chairez got on top in the mount, and Silva’s attempt to escape resulted in him giving up his back to Chairez.
Edgar Chairez Submits Bruno Silva At UFC Vegas 118
Chairez seized the opportunity and locked in a rear-naked choke for the victory.
Chairez has now won three straight and is 4-2 (1 NC) in the UFC. His sole losses in the UFC have come against the two most recent flyweight title fight combatants — Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira.
Silva, who entered ranked No. 15, has now lost four of five and will most likely drop out of the flyweight rankings.