A thrilling event, UFC Charlotte featured some of the most amazing combat sports action in recent memory. From the awe-inspiring knockouts to the slick submissions, the night was packed with enough thrills to keep any fight fan glued to their screen.
UFC Charlotte Smashes Records with Five $50k Bonuses – Matt Brown, Carlos Ulberg, and Ian Garry Among Winners
The UFC awarded a record-breaking five post-fight bonuses once the dust had cleared, with each competitor getting a staggering $50,000. These incentives were given to the night’s top performers, which included both seasoned pros and up-and-coming acts. Matt Brown gave one of the night’s best performances, earning the Performance of the Night bonus for his shocking knockout victory over Court McGee. Brown tied for the UFC record with his 13th knockout with a one-punch walk-off victory.
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— UFC (@ufc) May 13, 2023
Carlos Ulberg was another fighter who picked up a Performance of the Night bonus, thanks to his devastating first-round knockout of Ihor Potieria. After his fourth straight victory at light heavyweight, Ulberg once again showed why he is regarded as one of the division’s most promising prospects. Ian Machado Garry was also in fine form, picking up a Performance of the Night bonus for his TKO victory over Daniel Rodriguez. Garry’s head kick and subsequent punches on the ground were a piece of beauty, and it was obvious that he was a fighter with great potential for the UFC.
The Triumph of Resilience: Jailton Almeida Dominates UFC and Bryan Battle Overcomes Adversity with Record-Breaking KO
Jailton Almeida continued his impressive run in the heavyweight division, submitting Jairzinho Rozenstruik in the first round of the main event. Almeida was the biggest favorite on the main card, and he proved why with a dominant performance that earned him a Performance of the Night bonus. Finally, there was Bryan Battle, who despite missing weight for his fight against Gabe Green, still managed to earn a $50,000 bonus after knocking out his opponent in just 14 seconds.
The sixth-fastest finish in UFC welterweight history came from Battle, who deserved to be recognized for his outstanding effort. Overall, UFC Charlotte was a memorable evening with some of the UFC’s biggest names lighting up the Octagon. Their performances make it obvious that combat sports have a bright future.
