Power, Precision, Upsets: How Pereira and Brahimaj Stole UFC 320

UFC 320 Recap: Pereira’s Return to Throne & Brahimaj’s Statement Win

Saturday night’s UFC 320 in Las Vegas delivered fireworks. The main event saw Alex Pereira reclaiming the light heavyweight title in emphatic fashion, while Ramiz Brahimaj shook up the welterweight division with a gutsy upset. Let’s break down the power, the precision, and the performances that had the crowd roaring.

Pereira’s Redemption Tour: 80-Second Knockout

In what might go down as one of the most dominant title recaptures in recent memory, Pereira wasted no time. He dropped Magomed Ankalaev with a thunderous right hand, followed by ferocious ground-and-pound strikes. The referee stepped in just 1 minute and 20 seconds into the first round.

This was more than a win — it was vengeance. Pereira had lost the belt to Ankalaev earlier in the year by unanimous decision at UFC 313.

This time, he came with urgency, biasing aggression over patience. From the opening bell, he stepped forward, swinging, mixing crisp counters and hooks that found their mark cleanly.

Even more impressive: Pereira landed 28 of 45 significant strikes vs Ankalaev’s 4 of 9 in the brief fight — a testament to how dominant he was.

After the stoppage, he paused to honor Arthur Jones, the late brother of Jon Jones, requesting a moment of silence.

That raw striking display confirmed what fans already knew: Pereira’s knockout power is elite.

Brahimaj’s Upset: Head Kick Guillotine = Statement Win

On the undercard, Ramiz Brahimaj made waves with a thrilling upset win over Austin Vanderford. The fight turned in the second round, when Brahimaj dropped Vanderford with a sharp head kick. From there, he locked in a guillotine choke that forced the tap.

Brahimaj didn’t just lean on submission prowess. He showed solid striking setup, mixing in kicks and punches to keep Vanderford honest. Then, when his moment came, he transitioned quickly from stand-up to grappling — a fluid blend of MMA tools.

What makes this result even more compelling is Brahimaj’s trajectory. He’s turned a shaky start in the UFC into momentum, now riding a streak of stoppage wins.

For an underdog to rise, land a head kick, and finish opponent on the mat — that’s the kind of performance that turns heads and sets the table for bigger fights ahead.

What These Wins Signal

Pereira’s resurgence is brutal confidence
After losing the belt, many questioned whether he’d come back with hesitation. He answered decisively: no hesitation, full steam ahead. His striking was aggressive, precise, and lethal.
This return night may belong among his greatest moments.

Power is Pereira’s identity
He doesn’t win by outworking — he wins by breaking. He dropped Ankalaev early and followed it until the fight ended. He reminded the world that in MMA, fearsome power is still a rare craft.

Brahimaj demands respect now
From underdog to highlight — his head kick guillotine combo shows versatility and fight IQ. He’s no longer invisible; UFC matchmakers will see him differently after this.

Balance of styles matters
Pereira showed that elite striking can rewrite outcomes. Brahimaj showed that a switch to grappling at the right moment is still MMA’s sweet spot. Fighters that can mix both are elevated.

Watch their paths
Pereira’s next challenge: holding the title. Brahimaj’s next test: stepping up to tougher opponents. If they maintain this form, neither will be overlooked again.

Power, Precision, Upsets: How Pereira and Brahimaj Stole UFC 320

UFC 320 Recap: Pereira’s Return to Throne & Brahimaj’s Statement Win

Pereira’s Redemption Tour: 80-Second Knockout

Brahimaj’s Upset: Head Kick Guillotine = Statement Win

What These Wins Signal

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