5 best UFC PPV fights of 2022 so far

Khamzat Chimaev and Gilbert Burns won fight of the night last weekend
Khamzat Chimaev and Gilbert Burns won fight of the night last weekend

#4. Derrick Lewis vs. Tai Tuivasa - UFC 271

Tuivasa defeated Lewis via second-round KO
Tuivasa defeated Lewis via second-round KO

This fight at UFC 271 may not have been the most technical, but that didn't stop it from being an incredibly entertaining clash. Derrick Lewis and Tai Tuivasa are two of the hardest-hitting competitors to have ever stepped into the octagon, so a big knockout finish was expected. The pair duly delivered.

Whilst the fight didn't immediately burst into life, every punch was thrown with such ferocity that there was constant tension while watching the bout. The pair also showcased some of their wrestling skills, which was a fun twist given they were expected to exclusively stand and bang.

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Ultimately, it was Tuivasa who delivered the killer blow with an enormous elbow from close range to Lewis. 'The Black Beast' dropping to the ground and the referee waiving off the fight was a shocking moment that elevated this fight from good to great.


#3. Brandon Moreno vs. Deiveson Figueiredo III - UFC 270

Figueiredo defeated Moreno via unanimous decision
Figueiredo defeated Moreno via unanimous decision

Many will feel this fight is not ranked as highly as it ought to be given the war these two men put on. As we've come to expect from Brandon Moreno and Deiveson Figueiredo, the pair put it all on the line and delivered another iconic flyweight battle.

The pair put on an entertaining back-and-forth fight which featured plenty of striking and some knockdowns that stunned the crowd. On top of the in-cage action, Moreno was a clear fan favorite and Figueiredo embracing his role as the villain only helped elevate the bout further.

After five frantic rounds, Figueiredo had his hand raised via unanimous decision to reclaim his title and bring the series record against his rival to 1-1-1. This has led to heavy speculation regarding a fourth straight bout between the pair and so you should not be surprised if they put on another amazing fight soon.

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