UFC 281 Weili vs Esparza Full Fight Replay By admin on November 13, 2022 in Fight Replays, MMA Fight Replay, UFC 281 Fight Replay 1, 196 Views UFC 281 Zhang Weili vs Carla Esparza at the Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, United States at Women's Strawweight Division How useful was this post? In terms of activity leading into the fight, Weili Zhang had been fighting more than Carla Esparza. Esparza comes forward but gets hit by a hard right. Scan this QR code to download the app now. Zhang sneaking in punches while Esparza gains position. Winnr: Zhang Weili via Submission (rear-makes choke)RD, 2, 1:05. Esparza vs Zhang form. Esparza vs Zhang stats. Zhang's last 5 fights had come over a period of 3 years, 6 months and 8 days, meaning she had been fighting on average every 8 months and 14 days.
Zhang continues to use leg kicks in her bid to get within striking distance. Submit Rating Average rating 3 / 5. In her last fight leading up to this contest, she had defeated Joanna Jedrzejczyk at UFC 275 on 11th June 2022 by knockout in the 2nd round at Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore. Zhang does a body kick. Here are the betting odds at DraftKings Sportsbook for Carla Esparza and Zhang Weili at UFC 281 on Saturday, November 12.
The Californian also was the first Invicta FC strawweight title, but relinquished her belt to join the UFC, and her defeat to Jedrzejczyk still looms large. The event kicks off Saturday, November 12 at 6pm ET / 3pm PT in the United States on ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass. What were the odds on Esparza vs Zhang? "I think the first title holds a place in my heart just because it was making history and I never thought that women would be in the UFC when I started, but winning it again right now, it just goes to show that the division has evolved so much, " Esparza said. Esparza rides a six-fight winning streak coming into this event, beating the likes of Alexa Grasso, Michelle Waterson, Marina Rodriguez, and Rose Namajunas during this stretch. Prediction: Zhang Weili via TKO (Round 2) (Bet $400 to win $100). Step two: Signup with DraftKings Sportsbook. Tickets for the event, headlined by a middleweight championship between Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira, went on sale Friday.
In the co-main event of UFC 281, Carla Esparza puts her strawweight title on the line against former champion Zhang Weili. The first was a vicious KO, and the second a split decision, which raised a lot of controversies. She deserves the respect, you know? What needs to be pointed out is that her cardio might be the best in the division. Zhang avoids an armbar and gets back on his feet as the round ends. Catch the full interview with Carla Esparza here: Joanna Jedrzejczyk explains why Carla Esparza was booed at UFC 281 press conference.
Speaking to the UFC 281 press, the former strawweight champion stated: "She's the champion. Zhang had her back albeit from a crucifix position and with no hooks in but the challenger was able to sink her forearm under the chin and clash her arms together for the choke. The Chinese standout gets a late takedown and lands some decent shots to close out the round. After an up-and-down stretch, Esparza strung together a five-fight win streak beginning in 2019 to earn a shot at the title. We think that the Chinese striker is simply a better fighter and that she has a more extensive skill set. 'JJ' has defended Esparza and believes she should be treated with more respect. Zhang didn't let Esparza easily get into a reverse position, with one arm stuck between his legs. The tap came at the 1:05 mark with Zhang scoring the first submission win of her UFC career. But the fight also an opportunity, both to prove she deserves a long title reign, and perhaps a chance to keep the boos at bay.
She winds up sweeping and takes Esparza's back. Power double by Esparza, Zhang scrambles again. Jump to: The co-main event at the upcoming UFC 281 will be the strawweight bout between the champion Carla Esparza and the former title holder, Zhang Weili. Catch the full interview here: Quick Links. Michael Trizano (10-3) and Choi Seung-Woo (10-6) put on a barnburner and will have to be in contention when the performance bonuses are announced.
Share your thoughts in the comment section PENN Nation! Esparza (19-7 MMA) recaptured the 115lbs title at May's UFC 274 event, scoring a split-decision win over Rose Namajunas. She lost to Zhang in the UFC 281 co-main event after being trapped in a rear-naked choke at 1:05 of the second round. Esparza (19-6) won her second UFC strawweight belt against Namajunas in one of the least gripping title fights the company has ever promoted. Here are our picks, predictions, and odds for the UFC 281 co-main event between Carla Esparza and Zhang Weili. Say what you will about Carla Esparza heading into this UFC 281 title fight, but one thing no fan or sports bettors can call her is a 'quitter'.