In a thrilling showcase at UFC Vegas 106, Luana Santos returned to action with a bang, submitting fellow Brazilian Tainara Lisboa with a perfectly executed Americana — making her the first woman in UFC history to finish a fight with this technique.
The bantamweight showdown featured two fighters from São Paulo. Santos stepped back into the Octagon after a long hiatus due to knee surgery, while Lisboa aimed to continue her UFC winning streak.
Santos dominated early with a powerful takedown in Round 1, maintaining top control and neutralizing Lisboa’s ground game. In Round 2, Lisboa fired back with aggressive striking, but a miscalculated kick allowed Santos to take the fight back to the ground.
🚨 Luana Santos Secures a Stunning Submission Victory Just Two Seconds Before the End of Round 2! 😳
In a dramatic finish, the Brazilian fighter showcased elite grappling skills and delivered a clear statement to the women’s division. #UFC pic.twitter.com/tGj5vL3jfJ— mmamag.ma (@jamalsoussi10) May 18, 2025
From a dominant top position, Santos methodically worked her way into mount and locked in the Americana, forcing the tap with just two seconds left on the clock — capping off a dramatic and historic win.
🟢 Official Result:
Luana Santos def. Tainara Lisboa via submission (Americana) — Round 2, 4:59.
