Serghei Spivac stunned the UFC world with a first-round armbar submission victory over Marcin Tybura in the main event of UFC Vegas 95. The Moldovan heavyweight avenged his previous loss to Tybura in emphatic fashion, securing a finish that hadn't been seen in the UFC's heavyweight division for over four years.
The fight started as a back-and-forth affair, with both heavyweights landing significant strikes. However, Spivac's grappling prowess proved to be the difference-maker. After securing a takedown, he transitioned into a dominant position and locked in a seemingly impossible armbar, forcing Tybura to tap out at 1:44 of the first round.
The unexpected finish sent shockwaves through the MMA community, with fans praising Spivac's skills. One fan wrote on X:
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"That was some violent sh*t".
Another added:
"He saw all the boring Apex main events and took it personally."
Another wrote:
"Oh, that was nasty"
Check out some of the fan reactions below:
Serghei Spivac's career arc in the UFC
Serghei Spivac has steadily climbed the ranks of the UFC heavyweight division since his debut in 2019. The Moldovan fighter's journey has been marked by challenges and triumphs, showcasing his resilience and growth as a mixed martial artist.
Spivac's UFC career kicked off with a disappointing loss to Walt Harris, but he quickly rebounded with a submission victory over Tai Tuivasa. However, setbacks followed, including losses to Marcin Tybura and Tom Aspinall.
Despite these setbacks, Spivac persevered and began to find his rhythm. He rattled off impressive wins over Augusto Sakai, Greg Hardy, and Derrick Lewis, showcasing his evolving skill set and striking power.
A subsequent loss to Ciryl Gane temporarily halted his momentum, but the Moldovan heavyweight bounced back spectacularly with the first-round armbar submission over Tybura in their rematch this Saturday. The victory not only avenged his previous loss but also catapulted him into the upper echelon of the heavyweight division.
Spivac's journey in the UFC has been characterized by its ups and downs, but his recent success has solidified his status as a rising star in the heavyweight division.