Joel Álvarez defeats Drakkar Klose at UFC Tampa-By JaulaMagazine

The Spanish fighter Joel Alvarez He prevailed over the American Drakkar Klose in an exciting evening of UFC Tampa which served to close the year 2024.

With this victory, Joel Alvarez, the phenomenon consolidated in the eyes of the world what many of us already knew in Spain, that His name must be among the best in the lightweight division. The fight showed the evolution and determination of Alvarez, who jumped into the octagon determined to demonstrate all his talent.

From the first minute, Joel Alvarez He showed great distance control, using his reach and striking accuracy to keep Klose at bay.

As the round progressed, the Spaniard began to connect more effective combinations, managing to noticeably impact his opponent. Klose, known for his stamina and technique, tried to counterattack, but Klose's strategy and sleight of hand failed. Alvarez proved to be superior.

A finish that places Joel Álvarez among the best in the world

The key moment of the fight came halfway through the first round, when Alvarez landed a lethal 1-2 that sent Klose reeling. The Asturian did not waste the moment, landing a flying knee that, with the repetition in hand, had already knocked the American down.

Alvarez, however, did not want to leave any room for doubt, and closed a guillotine on Klose while inflicting damage with ground and pound. A chain of blows that served for the referee to stop the fight and save the American from further punishment.

With this victory, Joel Alvarez Not only does he extend his winning streak to 22 victories, all of them finishes, but he also sends a clear message to his rivals: he is here for great things… if he decides to remain at lightweight.

And, true to his independent spirit and despite the fact that his place in the top 15 is assured after this victory, El Fenómeno indicated that he would only continue at 155 pounds if the UFC came to Spain. Otherwise, Álvarez is aiming for welterweight, and even suggested a fight with Donald Cerrone.

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