UFC 312: Wang Cong vs. Bruna Brasil: Live round-by-round updates

Wang Cong and Bruna Brasil square off in a compelling flyweight contest at UFC 312 in the Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney, Australia.

Wang burst onto the scene with a dominant Road to UFC win, followed by a brutal first-round knockout of Victoria Leonardo. However, she suffered a submission loss to Gabriella Fernandes last November, which derailed her momentum. Now, the Chinese prospect looks to rebound and prove she belongs among the division’s rising contenders.

Brasil, on the other hand, had a rocky start to 2024 but regained her footing in July with a hard-fought decision win over Molly McCann at UFC 304. The Brazilian striker brings sharp kickboxing and a high pace, making her a tough stylistic test for Wang.

UFC 312 has a main card that begins at 10 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. PT available to stream on pay-per-view via ESPN+. The four-fight preliminary card airs on ESPN2 and streams on Disney+ at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT. Four early prelims stream on ESPN+ at 6 p.m. ET/ 3 p.m. PT.

Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for live coverage and play-by-play updates from the Wang Cong vs. Bruna Brasil clash:

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Round 1

Both fighters trade calf kicks to gauge their opponent's range. A lot of feints from both fighters but Brasil lands a strong right hand. Brasil chasing the straight right, potentially her go-to weapon for a finish in the fight. She lands another right hand that catches Wang's attention. Brasil has landed the bigger shots and better kicks so far. The leg kicks have caused swelling on Wang's leg. The Chinese fighter is reacting strongly to the leg kicks now, suggesting compromised motion. Brasil moves into a wider stance and tries to attack with a round kick. Wang catches her opponent and briefly takes her down.

Our Score: 10-9 Wang

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Round 2

Brasil's corner points out that Wang's lead leg is compromised with the accumulated damage. Brasil feints with her punches and swarms in to land the chopping calf kicks. Wang, despite the damage, continues to stay light on her feet. A solid shot to the body from Wang. The Chinese fighter seems to have regained her footing as she lands a leg kick and a follow-up right hand. She goes inside with the leg kicks and it's Brasil who's backpedalling now. Beautiful side kick to the body and strong body shots from Wang.

Our Score: 10-9 Wang, 20-18 overall

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Round 3

Brasil needs to move forward to bag the fight. Right now, Wang is thoroughly dominating the exchanges and picking her shots at will. A quick one-two combination lands for Wang. She lands another one-two, which draws a bigger reaction from her opponent. Brasil seems to be discouraged by her opponent's onslaught at this point. She lands a strong overhand right but Wang maintains her composure. Wang is utilising a variety of kicks to pick her rival apart. She lands strong combinations and takes Brasil down to close the fight.

Our Score: 10-9 Wang (30-27 Wang overall)

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Official Result

Wang Cong defeats Bruna Brasil via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, and 30-27)