UFC Vegas 105: Pat Sabatini vs. Joanderson Brito: Live round-by-round updates
A featherweight bout between Pat Sabatini and Joanderson Brito will serve as the co-main event for UFC Vegas 105 later this evening (April 5) at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.
Sabatini (19-5) is one of the most prolific grapplers in the division, as evidenced by his 12 submission wins. He was most recently seen in a first-round rear naked choke finish over Jonathan Pearce.
However, the 34-year-old has delivered mixed results in recent years and is 3-2 in his last five.
Brito, (17-4-1) meanwhile, is coming to this weekend off a split-decision loss to William Gomis in his last fight. Nevertheless, 'Tubarao' was on a five-fight win streak before the loss.
The Brazilian is a well-rounded fighter with eight knockouts and seven submission wins to his name.
Per the UFC's official website, Brito is a -225 favorite over Sabatini (+185 underdog) for the match-up. The main card of the event is now live. Stick with Sportskeeda for live coverage and play-by-play updates from the fight card.
Check out the full fighter face-offs for the event below:
UFC Vegas 105: Pat Sabatini vs. Joanderson Brito
Round 1
Sabatini opens up with a body kick. He then quickly goes for a level change and puts his opponent on the canvas. As his opponent tries to get him in a headlock, Sabatini locks in a von flue choke. He tries to readjust the choke, however, it doesn't seem to be a concern for Brito.
The choke fails and Sabatini employs short punches from the top half guard. Brito tries to posture up using the fence, but Sabatini resets and locks in a guillotine as his opponent tries to get back up.
Sabatini slams his opponent to the ground and once again locks in a von flue choke, albeit unsuccessfully. The 34-year-old rains down ground and pound on his opponent to finish the round strong.
Our score: 10-9 Sabatini, 10-9 Sabatini overall.
Round 2
Sabatini right away reaches for a level change and eats a right hand. The American, however, gets it on the second try. He flattens his opponent out and tries to pass to a three-quarter mount.
While the American is peppering his opponent with punches from the top, he barely lands anything significantly damaging. A big elbow lands for the 24-year-old. Brito looks completely lost on the ground, unable to get back up with the proficient jiu-jitsu athlete weighing down on him.
Our score: 10-9 Sabatini, Sabatini 20-18 overall.
Round 3
Sabatini opens up with a high front kick. Brito unloads a powerful overhand right. The Brazilian, however, is once again taken down. Brito commits to a guillotine as a last resort but fails to secure it.
At this point, Brito might need a finish to win the fight. Sabatini is in complete control of the fight. Staying in top half guard and stinging his opponent with punches.
The fighter transitions to his opponent's back. Sabatni ultimately settles for a full mount, from he lands some quality punches. He then, once again transitions to Brito's back, before the closing bell rings.
Our score: 10-9 Sabatini, Sabatini 30-27 overall.
Official decision: Pat Sabatini def. Joanderson Brito via unanimous decision. (30-26, 30-26, 30-27)
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