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UFC Bantamweight Main event

Mario Bautista VS Vinicius Oliveira

Meta Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.

Tale of the Tape

18-3-0 Record 24-4-0
32 Age 30
175 cm Height 175 cm
183 cm Reach 179 cm
switch Stance switch
56% Finish rate 79%
17% KO rate 67%
39% Sub rate 13%

Result Summary

Mario Bautista def. Vinicius Oliveira Submission (rear-naked choke) · R2 4:46

In the main event, Mario Bautista secured the biggest win of his career with a dominant second-round submission over Vinicius Oliveira. The fight began with a competitive first round where Bautista showcased superior grappling, neutralizing Oliveira's striking by securing a takedown and controlling the exchanges. By the end of the first, Oliveira already appeared visibly fatigued. In the second round, as Oliveira attempted a takedown of his own, Bautista expertly countered to establish top control. He patiently advanced to side control and isolated an arm for a crucifix, raining down elbows. As Oliveira scrambled to escape, Bautista transitioned effortlessly to the back, locking in a tight rear-naked choke that forced the tap at the 4:46 mark.

Fight Overview

A high-stakes bantamweight headliner featuring Mario Bautista (#9) defending his ranking against the explosive Vinicius 'Lok Dog' Oliveira (#11). Bautista enters on an impressive win streak, utilizing his high-paced wrestling and cardio to drown opponents. Oliveira, known for his flashy KO power and wild Muay Thai style, represents a chaotic test for Bautista's disciplined approach. The winner likely breaks into the division's top 5 conversation.

Keys to Victory

Mario Bautista

  1. Impose high-pressure wrestling early to drain Oliveira's explosive power
  2. Utilize fence control to limit Oliveira's lateral movement and spinning attacks
  3. Maintain tight boxing guard to counter Oliveira's flying knees and erratic kicks

Vinicius Oliveira

  1. Keep the fight at kickboxing range and utilize calf kicks to hinder Bautista's movement
  2. Explode with blitzes and flying attacks when Bautista attempts to close the distance
  3. Create scrambles immediately upon takedown attempts to avoid prolonged bottom time

Last 5 fights

Mario Bautista

  1. L Umar Nurmagomedov Decision · R3 5:00 · 25 OCT 2025
  2. W Patchy Mix Decision · R3 5:00 · 7 JUN 2025
  3. W José Aldo Decision · R3 5:00 · 5 OCT 2024
  4. W Ricky Simón Decision · R3 5:00 · 13 JAN 2024
  5. W Da'Mon Blackshear Decision · R3 5:00 · 19 AUG 2023

Vinicius Oliveira

  1. W Kyler Phillips Decision · R3 5:00 · 19 JUL 2025
  2. W Said Nurmagomedov Decision · R3 5:00 · 1 FEB 2025
  3. W Ricky Simón Decision · R3 5:00 · 29 JUN 2024
  4. W Bernardo Sopaj KO · R3 4:41 · 2 MAR 2024
  5. W Victor Madrigal KO · R1 3:02 · 26 SEPT 2023

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