UFC 311, held in Los Angeles, delivered a thrilling night of fights as Islam Makhachev defended his lightweight title with a spectacular submission victory, while Merab Dvalishvili retained his bantamweight belt after defeating Umar Nurmagomedov. The event featured intense battles and memorable finishes throughout the main card.
Main Card Results | UFC 311: Makhachev vs Moicano
The electrifying UFC 311 event at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles showcased top-tier action, with the main card delivering quick finishes, competitive clashes, and impressive title defenses.
Reinier de Ridder Secures Victory via Rear-Naked Choke
Reinier de Ridder opened the main card with a dominant performance, submitting Kevin Holland in the first round. De Ridder wasted no time taking Holland to the ground, securing the back, and locking in a rear-naked choke for a decisive win. This marks de Ridder’s second consecutive UFC victory, solidifying him as a rising contender in the middleweight division.
Jailton Almeida Ends Serghei Spivac with Late First-Round TKO
In a grappling-heavy heavyweight matchup, Jailton Almeida turned the tide with powerful strikes, ending Serghei Spivac’s night just before the first-round buzzer. Almeida’s victory showcased his versatility and continued his climb toward title contention in the heavyweight division.
Jiří Procházka Defeats Jamahal Hill in Action-Packed Thriller
Former light heavyweight champions Jiří Procházka and Jamahal Hill delivered a memorable fight, with Procházka securing a TKO win in the third round. The Czech fighter overwhelmed Hill with relentless strikes, reaffirming his position as a top contender in the light heavyweight division.
Co-Main Event: Merab Dvalishvili Retains Bantamweight Title
Merab Dvalishvili successfully defended his bantamweight title, defeating Umar Nurmagomedov in a high-paced bout. The Georgian champion’s relentless pace wore down Nurmagomedov, earning him a unanimous decision victory and handing the challenger his first career loss.
Main Event: Islam Makhachev Retains Lightweight Title via D’Arce Choke
Islam Makhachev extended his dominance with a first-round submission win over Renato Moicano, defending his lightweight title for the fourth consecutive time. After an early exchange of strikes, Makhachev capitalized on a grappling opportunity to secure a D’Arce choke, cementing his status as the pound-for-pound best fighter in the UFC.
