In the feature fight of UFC 265: Lewis vs Gane, Vicente Luque took on Michael Chiesa in a crucial welterweight matchup. This fight was guaranteed to be one of the most exciting fights on the card.
Unfortunately, this fight did not last long and fans did not get the back and forth scrap they were looking for. However, this fight was insane as long as it lasted.
The fight started with some great strikes from Michael Chiesa which was surprising considering Luque is a huge threat on the feet. But, Chiesa was landing solid jabs and even gave Luque a cut under his eye. However, Luque came back and rocked Chiesa on the feet, which forced Chiesa to take the fight to the ground.
After taking down Luque with an effortless takedown, Chiesa had Luque in trouble with a submission. However, Vicente Luque showcased insane durability and got out of that submission attempt and caught Chiesa with a D’Arce choke.
Vicente Luque calls out Kamaru Usman
Following his win over Michael Chiesa, Vicente Luque called out the UFC welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman.
Kamaru Usman takes on Colby Covington in a much-anticipated rematch in his next fight. But, Luque believes Usman will beat Covington and he should be the next one to get the title shot. Luque stated:
“I want to say something to Kamaru Usman, my man, my friend,” Luque said after his victory. “He asked the welterweights to show something. I think I’ve been showing. I think Kamaru, after you get past Colby, I think it’s our time. Let’s go.”
Well, Vicente Luque did not have to wait long for a response from Kamaru Usman as he tweeted: “you looked great my man we might be dancing soon.”
Even the UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou reacted to Vicente Luque’s win and stated: “But remember who’s the CHAMP”
It can not be denied that Vicente Luque is a threat to everyone in the welterweight division. His knock-out power, durability, and ground game can put the dominant champion, Kamaru Usman, in trouble. However, it’s not going to be an easy task for Luque considering the improvements Usman has shown in his striking in his last few fights.