Shavkat Rakhmonov Submits Alex Oliveira In Round One Of UFC Debut

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Undefeated Welterweight prospect Shavkat Rakhmonov took his record to 13-0 at UFC 254 with a win over veteran Alex Oliveira.

Rakhmonov pulled the victory together win a Guillotine Choke late into the first round.

What began as a back and forth striking match quickly changed as Rakhmonov landed some heavy blows backing Oliveira to the just barely missing with a huge knee. From there the two fought for position until Oliveira shot in for a takedown exposing his neck and allowing Rakhmonov to secure the victory.

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The prospect from Kazakhstan will look to quickly climb the UFC Welterweight rankings after taking out a veteran in his debut.