Bleacher Report · Sep 10, 2017
Amanda Nunes Beats Valentina Shevchenko by Split Decision at UFC 215
The Amanda Nunes era of women's bantamweight MMA continued at UFC 215 on Saturday. The Lioness defended her belt against bitter rival Valentina Shevchenko, winning by split decision in the main event at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Ariel Helwani of MMA Fighting tweeted the scores for the champion:
Ariel Helwani Official: Amanda Nunes def. Valentina Shevchenko via SD (47-48, 48-47, 48-47).
2017-9-10 04:48:06The fight got off to an inauspicious beginning. Nunes—who is known for her fast, furious starts—slow-played the first frame, preferring to pick her battles. Shevchenko wasn't willing to oblige, and a staring contest with light leg kicks ensued for the first few minutes.