On Sunday, September 8, UFC Fight Night®: Burns vs. Brady aired live from UFC APEX in Las Vegas, bringing action-packed fights to MMA fans across Asia. The night was headlined by a pivotal matchup between two of the top welterweight contenders, Gilbert Burns and Sean Brady.
What a win for Sean Brady 👏
He comes out of 5 rounds with the UD victory! #UFCVegas97 pic.twitter.com/9Z1tZQnlW8
— UFC (@ufc) September 8, 2024
Main Event: Sean Brady Defeats Gilbert Burns
In an intense, skillful showdown, #6-ranked Gilbert Burns faced off against #8-ranked Sean Brady. The fight showcased both athletes’ grappling and striking prowess. While Burns relied on his clinch game, Brady took control with his relentless wrestling, boxing, and takedowns, gradually overwhelming Burns. As the fight went into the later rounds, Brady’s stamina and output left Burns on the defensive, leading to a unanimous decision victory for Brady with scores of 50-45, 50-45, and 49-46. After his victory, an emotional Brady shared his excitement: “Gilbert’s tough and I knew that coming into this fight. I had to train so hard, I stayed mentally and physically focused. I had a bit more motivation: I found out my wife’s pregnant, I’m going to have a baby girl. I’m living my dreams, this is amazing!”
Co-Main Event: Natalia Silva Triumphs Over Jessica Andrade
In the co-main event, women’s flyweights #6 Jessica Andrade and #8 Natalia Silva delivered a thrilling bout. Silva, known for her technical prowess, used her speed and agility to evade Andrade’s aggressive pressure and responded with a striking clinic. Her dynamic kicks and combinations earned her a dominant unanimous decision victory, with all three judges scoring the fight 30-27 in her favor.
Silva dedicated her win to her late sister, urging those struggling with addiction to remember they are loved: “I lost my sister recently, and I wanted to send a message: if you fall into the world of drugs, you are still loved. I knew Andrade would bring pressure, but I adapted. Dana, I came here to be a champion. I want that shot!”
These two put on a show 👏@JessicaMMAPro & @NataliaSilvaUFC are the #UFCVegas97 FOTN!
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— UFC (@ufc) September 8, 2024
Fight Night Bonuses
- Fight of the Night: Jessica Andrade vs. Natalia Silva
- Performance of the Night: Steve Garcia, Cody Durden
Main Card Results
- Sean Brady defeats Gilbert Burns by unanimous decision (50-45, 50-45, 49-46)
- Natalia Silva defeats Jessica Andrade by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
- Steve Garcia defeats Kyle Nelson by TKO (elbows) at 3:59 of Round 1
- Cody Durden defeats Matt Schnell by submission (anaconda choke) at 0:29 of Round 2
- Yanal Ashmouz defeats Trevor Peek by unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
Big finishes ➡️ Big bonuses 💰💰@Cody_Durden & @MeanMachine505 take home the #UFCVegas97 POTN bonuses! pic.twitter.com/69ZS2ep1H8
— UFC (@ufc) September 8, 2024
Prelim Results
- Chris Padilla defeats Rongzhu by TKO (doctor stoppage) at 4:14 of Round 2
- Isaac Dulgarian defeats Brendon Marotte by submission (arm-triangle choke) at 4:19 of Round 2
- Andre Lima defeats Felipe dos Santos by unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
- Gabriel Santos defeats Yizha by unanimous decision (30-26, 30-26, 30-27)
- Jaqueline Amorim defeats Vanessa Demopoulos by submission (armbar) at 3:28 of Round 1
- Andre Petroski defeats Dylan Budka by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
- Nathan Fletcher defeats Zygimantas Ramaska by submission (arm-triangle choke) at 1:14 of Round 2
This UFC Fight Night once again demonstrated the deep talent pool in the organization, with unforgettable performances and emotionally charged victories. Fans worldwide can expect more electrifying action in upcoming events.
About UFC:
The UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) is the world’s leading mixed martial arts (MMA) organization. Founded in 1993, the UFC features the best fighters globally, competing across various weight divisions in a range of fighting styles like boxing, wrestling, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and kickboxing. Events are held year-round, including pay-per-view fights and UFC Fight Night shows. Known for its high-level competition, exciting knockouts, and skilled grappling, the UFC has grown into a global phenomenon, widely regarded as the pinnacle of MMA.
