Alex Perez and Tatsuro Taira squared off in a Flyweight bout at UFC Vegas 93 held in Las Vegas, Nevada. Taira emerged victorious in the second round by severely damaging Perez’s knee.
At the start of the fight, both fighters engaged in calf kicks, with Taira utilizing his right hand and Perez aiming at the body. Taira effectively employed the clinch to control the pace of the fight and landed some solid uppercuts. Despite a closely contested first round, Taira gained the advantage in the second round with a takedown that led to the injury to Perez’s knee.
Taira, known for his expertise in jiu-jitsu, demonstrated his kickboxing and wrestling prowess in this matchup, proving himself against Perez’s challenge. The fight concluded with Taira claiming victory through a TKO as a result of Perez’s injury.
What lies ahead in the future for Tatsuro Taira?