Gerald Meerschaert achieved a remarkable triumph at UFC Vegas 96 by defeating Anderson Silva and establishing a new UFC middleweight finish record. The epic showdown unfolded at UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, where Meerschaert clinched a stunning comeback victory with a submission win over Edmen Shahbazyan.
Despite being the underdog, Meerschaert showcased his prowess in securing finishes in his matches. He was previously tied with Silva for the most finishes in UFC middleweight history, having accumulated a total of 11 victories through either knockouts or submissions.
Although facing intense pressure during the fight, Meerschaert exhibited resilience and ultimately turned the tide in his favor against Shahbazyan. In a pivotal moment during the second round, Meerschaert executed a flawless takedown and successfully applied an arm-triangle choke, compelling Shahbazyan to submit.
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