Ethyn Ewing beat Rafael Estevam by TKO late in the third round at UFC Fight Night 272. Ewing used striking and solid takedown defense to control most of the fight before finishing it with a body shot.
Fight summary
Ewing was in control for large parts of the fight. He kept pressure, landed clean jabs and right hands, and repeatedly stopped Estevam’s takedown attempts. The fight ended at 1:44 of round three when Ewing landed a hard liver shot that dropped Estevam and forced the referee to stop the action.
Round-by-round highlights
Round 1: The opening frame was competitive. Estevam landed low kicks and tried to mix in punches and a spinning strike. Ewing pressed forward, used his jab, and defended takedowns well. A jumping knee attempt from Estevam led to an accidental clash that resulted in a brief timeout after Ewing struck the groin while they scrambled. Late in the round Ewing landed big punches and briefly took Estevam down, but time ran out.
Round 2: Ewing continued to outstrike Estevam. He landed heavy rights, a step-in elbow, and kept moving his feet to avoid flurries. Estevam kept trying to shoot for takedowns, but Ewing sprawled and stayed on his feet. Ewing landed several solid shots that left Estevam looking unsteady by the end of the round.
Round 3: Ewing opened with calf kicks and a steady jab. He landed a right hand that staggered Estevam and followed with a short, powerful body shot to the liver. Estevam dropped and could not continue, ending the fight at 1:44 of the final round.
What this means
The win was a clear showing for Ewing. He controlled the pace with striking and strong takedown defense. His ability to mix head and body strikes, and his timing on the liver shot, secured the finish. Estevam showed heart and kept trying to change levels and throw combinations, but he could not find a successful path to take control.
| Fighter | Recent Result |
|---|---|
| Ethyn Ewing | Win – TKO (body) at 1:44 of Round 3 |
| Rafael Estevam | Loss – TKO (body) at 1:44 of Round 3 |
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