In a thrilling showdown on Saturday, US-based MMA fighter from Afghanistan, Farid Basharat, secured a decisive first-round victory via submission against Brazil’s Kleydson Rodrigues in a UFC match held in Paris.
Basharat showcased his prowess by defeating Kleydson Rodrigues with a masterful arm triangle choke at the 4:15 mark of the opening round.
Hailing from the province of Paktia in Afghanistan and currently residing in the United States, Basharat’s triumph in Paris marks his second win in the UFC, elevating his overall tally of victories in MMA fights to 11.
In the City of Light, Basharat fiercely competed in the 60-kilogram weight category against his formidable Brazilian counterpart, demonstrating his tenacity and skill in the octagon.