UFC Vegas 84 Results: Winners And Losers - Ankalaev Vs. Walker 2 Card

On January 13, 2024, Magomed Ankalaev from Russia went head to head with Brazil's Johnny Walker in a light heavyweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The fighters gave it their all and put on an entertaining show for the audience at the UFC APEX. Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC captured the thrilling action in a photo that will be etched in the memory of all those who witnessed the event.

On Saturday, UFC Vegas 84, the inaugural UFC fight card of 2024, took place at the UFC Apex located in Las Vegas. In the main bout, Magomed Ankalaev, an esteemed light heavyweight, scored a second-round knockout over Johnny Walker. Meanwhile, in the co-headlining match, Jim Miller, a well-established UFC fighter, added another win and fight to his historic UFC career.

Here, we examine the individuals who came out on top and those who were not as successful in the UFC Vegas 84 event. The entire event was available for streaming exclusively on ESPN+.

In the Magomed Ankalaev vs Johnny Walker rematch at UFC Vegas 84, there were no doubts or arguments about the result. In their previous fight, the match was stopped by the doctor, which caused some uncertainty. However, this time around, Ankalaev's victory was clear. He knocked out Walker, who had no objections to the outcome.

Ankalaev, ranked third in the UFC light heavyweight division, struck Walker with a powerful right hook that sent him crashing to the ground. While Walker was sitting against the cage, Ankalaev unleashed a brutal uppercut that appeared to break Walker's nose.

Ankalaev secured his maiden triumph following his knockout of Anthony Smith in July 2022. Before Saturday's card, Ankalaev had a record of no wins and one draw in two fights.

It's difficult to predict when Jim Miller's career will end, but if he continues to perform as he did on Saturday night, he'll keep going strong. The 40-year-old fighter achieved a new milestone by participating in his 43rd bout for the UFC at UFC Vegas 84. Miller brought his UFC record to 26 wins after a solid and well-rounded fight, bringing his total number of victories by stoppage to 18, thanks to a third-round submission.

It's probable that Miller's upcoming fight will take place at UFC 300. Should this be the case, it will mark Miller's participation at UFC's three milestone events: 100, 200, and 300.

Mario Bautista had a sensational 15-minute clash with Ricky Simon in the bantamweight division, culminating in his sixth consecutive win in the UFC. This achievement is expected to propel the 30-year-old fighter into the top 15 contenders of the division.

Even though Bautista had more technical skill than Simon, Simon's determination, persistence, and counter-attacking abilities allowed him to stay in the fight. Bautista showed impressive precision and the capability to execute striking combinations smoothly. He utilized a variety of methods and targeted various areas. Additionally, when there was a need to end the showdown with a powerful move, he didn't disappoint.

Although Bautista is not the most youthful contender in the bantamweight category, he is gradually developing his skills. By refining his techniques slightly, he could pose a challenge to those who are presently ranked higher than him.

Bautista's victory against Simon was his most outstanding achievement while representing UFC.

Brunno Ferreira recovered from his initial defeat in July by quickly knocking out Phil Hawes in the first round. Although Ferreira is a powerful striker, they may need to work on their fight IQ, as they had a chance to finish Hawes, but instead opted for a takedown. Nevertheless, their formidable strength can compensate for any shortcomings in their overall fight abilities.

Ferreira's record is currently 11-1, and all of his victories have resulted in finishes. He has achieved a total of eight knockout wins and three submission wins.

Preston Parsons had a solid performance by securing a victory over Matthew Semelsberger. He was able to successfully transition between striking and takedowns, which helped him evade the strong punches of Semelsberger. Parsons also managed to gain points through his own strikes when they were up close.

Parsons had a more varied skill set compared to his opponent, successfully executing seven out of eleven takedowns and maintaining control for a total of 6 minutes and 26 seconds.

The pressure and striking of Marcus McGhee were unstoppable. By doing this, he prevented Gaston Bolanos from having any opportunity to operate as a kickboxer. Even though McGhee may not have been better technically when it came to striking, he was more effective in terms of scoring big with power and causing damage. McGhee made Bolanos fight his way, leading him to end the fight through strikes at 3:29 in Round 2. With a UFC record of 3-0, McGhee is now ready to take on more challenging opponents.

We have our eyes on Farid Basharat as he competes in UFC Vegas 84. He has an unbeaten record of 12 wins and no losses, and he recently secured a decisive victory over the experienced fighter Taylor Lapilus. This has brought his undefeated UFC record to 3 wins and no losses, which is an impressive feat for the 26-year-old bantamweight contender.

Despite being young and lacking experience, Basharat has impressive fight intelligence. He took control of the fight by determining the pace and location of the match. With his striking techniques, he was able to deceive his opponent with his movement and maneuvers, making it possible for him to launch several takedown attempts. Additionally, his stamina held up well throughout the fight.

Basharat did well at UFC Vegas 84 against his toughest opponent so far. It's not clear how much potential Basharat has, but his career is being managed wisely by his team. As he continues to grow and adjust to fighting in the UFC, his team should consider finding him a slightly more challenging opponent for his next fight.

Jean Silva was the clear favorite on the UFC Vegas 84 fight card with odds of -900. He easily defeated Westin Wilson, who did not utilize his long and lean build to his advantage. Silva, who is only 27 years old, displayed significant power throughout the fight and had a remarkable level of self-assurance. His victory by TKO in the first round, during his UFC debut, has made him an athlete to lookout for in the featherweight division.

Nikolas Motta, a Brazilian man aged 30, utilized the boldness and assertiveness of his youthful adversary Tom Nolan, who is 23 years old, to his advantage during their lightweight fight. Despite being an underdog with a +280 bet, Motta was able to exploit Nolan's offensive strategy since Nolan was unable to defend himself effectively. When Motta landed a punch, Nolan's unprotected chin was exposed, leading to his defeat just 63 seconds into the match, even though he was a -355 favorite.

In UFC Vegas 84, Joshua Van had a different performance in each round. Despite this, the 22-year-old fighter was able to secure his third win in the UFC and tenth victory overall, as he defeated the newcomer Felipe Bunes with a TKO in the second round.

Van didn't start off strong in his first round, which was similar to his past two UFC victories. Even though he put some good pressure on Bunes, he didn't throw a lot of punches and got hit more than he and his team would have liked. Nevertheless, Van made an impressive comeback in the second round. He increased his number of punches thrown, made his opponent retreat, and landed powerful punches on the ground to finish the fight.

Van's sluggish beginnings are a cause for worry and a part of his combat style that a combative adversary can take advantage of. Additionally, a flaw that Van must address is his defensive skills. Even though his performance was worthy of attention, his rival also had the ability to land hits while Van was seeking a method to end the bout.

Van is a promising young athlete who has caught the eye, however he must refine certain areas before advancing to the next level of the flyweight divisions. His support staff must allot him sufficient time to progress in his skills before scheduling his next UFC bout.

Phil Hawes had the upper hand when it came to wrestling compared to Bruno Ferreira. Despite this, he decided to engage in a stand-up fight with the formidable Brazilian. As a result, he suffered another knockout loss, marking his second consecutive defeat through this method.

In his last four UFC fights, Hawes has won only one and lost three, all of which resulted in him being knocked out in the first round.

The opening match of UFC Vegas 84 between Andrei Arlovski and Waldo Cortes-Acosta in the heavyweight category was not very exciting. Arlovski, a former UFC heavyweight champion, did not seem to have his striking skills on point. Meanwhile, Cortes-Acosta, who was heavily favored to win (with odds of -700), appeared more focused on entertaining the audience instead of aiming for a knockout like he did in his last match. Even though Cortes-Acosta won the fight 29-28x3, his performance didn't earn him a higher rank in the UFC's heavyweight division.

Matthew Semelsberger is known for his striking skills, but he lacks versatility as a fighter, which has resulted in him facing setbacks during his tenure in the UFC. Despite being responsible for numerous knockdowns, his overall win record does not reflect that. He has experienced a 1-4 record in his previous five UFC bouts and is currently enduring three consecutive losses.

Taylor Lapilus was able to defend against Farid Basharat's takedowns quite well, although his striking did not pick up during the match. Lapilus, who is a seasoned fighter and has been with the UFC twice, had won his last six fights prior to this event. However, despite his experience, he struggled to keep up with his younger and more energetic opponent and eventually succumbed to the pressure.