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Barbosa Submits Melisano in UFC Oklahoma Opener
18 Jul
Summary
- Dione Barbosa secured a first-round submission win.
- The fight ended via rear-naked choke in Oklahoma City.
- Melisano stepped up on short notice and moved up in weight.
Dione Barbosa kicked off the UFC Oklahoma undercard with a swift first-round submission victory against debutant Anna Melisano on July 18, 2026. The fight took place at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.
Barbosa, a significant betting favorite, utilized her grappling skills early in the bout. After securing a takedown near the cage, she transitioned to Melisano's back and applied a tight rear-naked choke.
Melisano attempted to defend and even managed to return to her feet momentarily. However, Barbosa quickly re-established control, locking in the choke that forced Melisano to tap out.
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