Virna Jandiroba Beats Tabatha Ricci by Unanimous Decision at UFC Fight Night 272

Virna Jandiroba used strong wrestling and grappling to beat Tabatha Ricci by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night 272.

Fight summary

Jandiroba controlled most of the fight with takedowns, top pressure, and steady control on the mat. Ricci showed moments of striking and scrambling, but could not keep Jandiroba from returning to top position. The judges scored the bout for Jandiroba by unanimous decision, 30-27 and 29-28 twice.

Round-by-round recap

Round One: Ricci started fast with a quick flurry of punches. Jandiroba stalked and secured a takedown, then worked for position on the ground. Ricci scrambled and briefly got back to her feet, but Jandiroba stayed close and soon took her down again. The round ended with Jandiroba holding control while Ricci protected herself on the canvas.

Round Two: Ricci landed a solid kick early, but Jandiroba got another takedown near the center of the Octagon. From top, Jandiroba looked to pass guard while Ricci threw elbows from her back and tried a leg lock. Jandiroba kept top position and landed an elbow that briefly dropped Ricci. A late takedown by Jandiroba kept her in control into the final moments of the round.

Round Three: Ricci stuffed an early single-leg and briefly got the fight to the ground for the first time. Jandiroba fought back up and later landed another takedown. She took Ricci’s back with a hook and threatened a rear-naked choke, but Ricci defended and turned into top position as the horn sounded. The round featured several exchanges, a head kick attempt from Ricci, and Jandiroba finishing with strong grappling control.

Key moments and takeaways

Jandiroba won by dictating where the fight took place. Her takedowns and time on top gave her the edge on the judges’ scorecards. Ricci had bright moments with strikes, knees, and a successful scramble in the third, but she was unable to string enough offense to change the outcome.

The official result was a unanimous decision for Jandiroba with scores of 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28.