Las Vegas, Nevada – August 10, 2024: The UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX in Las Vegas showcased an exciting display as Moroccan fighter Youssef Zallal achieved a spectacular victory in the featherweight bout against Jarno Errens from the Netherlands. Zallal secured the win with a rear-naked choke in the first round, finishing the fight at 3:52.
This impressive win marks Zallal’s third consecutive victory by submission, highlighting his significant improvement since his first UFC stint, which ended in 2022. Zallal earned his first “Performance of the Night” bonus in his ninth UFC fight, reflecting his notable progress as a standout in the featherweight division.
Moroccan Youssef Zalal wins by submission in the first round 🇲🇦 over Jarno Erens
المغربي يوسف زلال يحقق الانتصار بالاخضاع في الجولة الأولى 🇲🇦 على جارنو ايرنس #UFCVegas95 pic.twitter.com/ucPTAg7O0S
— mmamag.ma (@jamalsoussi10) August 11, 2024
Fight Details:
In the Las Vegas matchup, Zallal delivered powerful and impactful strikes, paving the way for the rear-naked choke submission. This performance reaffirmed Zallal’s prominence as one of the top fighters in the featherweight category, demonstrating marked improvement in his techniques and adaptability inside the octagon.
UFC Event Highlights:
Only three bonuses were distributed following the card, one less than the usual promotion standard, as seven out of ten fights went the distance, making bonus decisions straightforward for UFC officials. All three standout fighters of the evening received an additional $50,000.
Performance of the Night:
- Youssef Zallal: Zallal was awarded “Performance of the Night” for his significant victory over Errens. This win enhances Zallal’s status in the featherweight division and highlights his exceptional performance in UFC.
- Toshiomi Kazama: Kazama achieved his first UFC victory after a strong performance in the second round against Charalampos Grigoriou. Kazama secured the win with a triangle choke in the second round, earning a “Performance of the Night” bonus of $50,000.
- Sergei Spivak: Spivak scored an exciting win over Marcin Tybura with an arm-triangle choke in the first round. Spivak received an additional $50,000 bonus for his impressive performance in the main event.
Conclusion:
Youssef Zallal delivered an outstanding performance at UFC Fight Night, bolstering Morocco’s reputation in the world of mixed martial arts. Zallal’s victory exemplifies the remarkable achievements of Moroccan fighters on the international stage and confirms their readiness to excel in major challenges.
