GLENDALE, Arizona -- Brandon Moreno wasn't even supposed to be competitive with Deiveson Figueiredo the first time they fought in December. And after showing he could be competitive in a majority draw, he still wasn't supposed to win their rematch on Saturday.
No one will count out Brandon Moreno anymore.
Moreno (19-5-2) upset Figueiredo (20-2-1) in dominant fashion at UFC 263 inside Gila River Arena, submitting him via rear-naked choke at 2:26 of the third round. Known as one of the most dangerous finishers in MMA, Figueiredo looked lost against the Moreno, who was actually cut by the UFC less than three years ago.