‘Give that man a title shot’: Pros react to Manel Kape destroying Asu Almabayev in UFC Vegas 103 main event

Sports news » ‘Give that man a title shot’: Pros react to Manel Kape destroying Asu Almabayev in UFC Vegas 103 main event

Manel Kape decisively defeated Asu Almabayev at UFC Vegas 103, and now he is demanding a title opportunity, a sentiment echoed by many fellow fighters.

Kape and Almabayev headlined Saturday’s UFC Vegas 103 event at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas. From the start, the fight was dominated by Kape, who overwhelmed the previously rising flyweight contender with superior speed, power, and precision. Kape ultimately secured a finish against Almabayev in the third round, marking his second consecutive victory by stoppage.

The fight wasn’t without its controversial moments, as Kape appeared to eye poke Almabayev in the second round. However, after review, officials deemed the blow legal. Another apparent eye poke from Kape occurred in the third round, which went uncalled, but ultimately, Kape’s victory remained conclusive.

See how professional fighters reacted to Kape’s dominant performance and main event finish.

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