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Reinaldo Ekson shocks the MMA world at EFC86

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Reinaldo Ekson gave his family and friends back home in Natal, Brazil lots of reason to celebrate after he shocked the world at EFCworldwide's EFC86. By juliankiewietz | IOLsport

The Brazilian remained composed and sunk his grip deeper over time. After Igeu failed to switch around the correct manner in his escape attempt, he eventually submitted at one minute and thirty seconds in the first round, ending his four-fight win streak after losing his only bout to Danny Henry at EFC 57.

“To be honest, Reinaldo didn’t surprise me as I knew he was waiting for me on the stand-up,” said Igeu in the post-fight interview. “He caught me straight, he got the darce choke quite deep, but I got a bit out of it, the second darce was a bit deep and I didn’t switch around in time. But we win with a smile and we lose with a smile,” added Igeu, more affectionately known as Smiley.“I have been training for this my whole life. I am so grateful to the EFC and Igeu for this opportunity.Alain Ilunga beat Anicet Kanyeba via unanimous decision.Luthando Biko beat Gian Souza via split decision.

 

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