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LAS VEGAS – Ignacio Bahamondes beat Christos Giagos with a first-round TKO Saturday on the principle card at UFC Struggle Night time 240 on the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.
Have a look contained in the struggle with Bahamondes, who picked up a $50,000 efficiency bonus for the end.
Ignacio Bahamondes def. Christos Giagos
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 06: (R-L) Ignacio Bahamondes of Chile punches Christos Giagos in a light-weight struggle through the UFC Struggle Night time occasion at UFC APEX on April 06, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Picture by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC by way of Getty Pictures)
Consequence: Ignacio Bahamondes def. Christos Giagos via TKO (head kick) – Round 1, 3:34
Up to date information: Bahamondes (15-5 MMA, 4-2 UFC), Giagos (20-12 MMA, 6-8 UFC)
Key stats: Bahamondes has 4 knockout finishes stemming from kicks in his profession.
Bahamondes on the struggle’s key second
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 06: (L-R) Christos Giagos punches Ignacio Bahamondes of Chile in a light-weight struggle through the UFC Struggle Night time occasion at UFC APEX on April 06, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Picture by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC by way of Getty Pictures)
“He landed a pair punches on me, however I’m a tough head. I don’t come down simple. I’m proud of this efficiency and I can’t look forward to the subsequent one. We tried to get method higher in each facet of my recreation, however (my coach) simply instructed me simply be you – circulation hanging. Be relaxed. Everytime you’re relaxed, you’re the very best fighter on the planet. Ue all of your weapons. Hold your arms excessive. Simply by no means cease shifting, and the struggle is yours.”
Bahamondes on his household’s hardships
Ignacio Bahamondes
“For an MMA fighter, shedding a struggle isn’t one thing good. I feel it’s the worst for a fighter. My spouse was pregnant, and she or he misplaced the newborn two weeks after the struggle. So I used to be in a nasty place. I didn’t wish to practice. I didn’t wish to do something, however God held me. He broke me so many occasions and he made me new once more – even higher, even stronger, extra lovely.
“Now my spouse is pregnant 5 months, so the newborn is coming – coming again, identical to his dad. I’m glad and grateful for all times. I’m grateful for the individuals I’ve bought on my crew and the people who find themselves right here at this struggle. I’m simply proud of life. I can’t look forward to what’s subsequent for me.”
Bahamondes on what he desires subsequent
Ignacio Bahamondes
“I’d love to attend for The Sphere (in September). I stated it within the cage: It’s La Noche Latina, in order that they want ‘La Jaula’ there. They want ‘La Jaula.’ They want the Chilean energy. I’ve bought all Latin America with me, in order that they want me there. It might be superior to struggle there. If they’ve one thing earlier than or one thing after, I’d be prepared anytime, anyplace, in opposition to anyone.”
To listen to extra from Bahamondes, try the video of the total post-fight interview above.
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