UFC Abu Dhabi Prelim Results The preliminary card at UFC Abu Dhabi on Saturday delivered a mix of impressive finishes and competitive battles, with all three newcomers securing victories. Valter Walker closed the event with a submission finish, while Muhammad Saidov and Sam Patterson each claimed second-round stoppage wins. The results highlighted the intensity of the early rounds and the skill of the fighters involved. Valter Walker, a Brazilian heavyweight, secured a first-round submission victory over Thomas Petersen using a calf slicer at 1:32 of the first round. Despite failing to land a fifth consecutive heel hook finish, Walker adapted his strategy, trapping Petersen’s calf and forcing a tapout. The win extended Walker’s streak of first-round submissions, bringing him to five in a row. Known as “The Clean Monster,” Walker is considered a rising star in the heavyweight division, with his next challenge likely to be a high-profile matchup. Muhammad Saidov, a light heavyweight, made a strong debut in Abu Dhabi by defeating Dustin Jacoby with a second-round TKO. Saidov, a short-notice replacement, showcased his striking prowess from the opening moments, landing effective strikes and maintaining pressure throughout the fight. The decisive moment came in the second round when Saidov landed a high kick to Jacoby’s head, initiating a flurry of strikes that led to the finish. With a professional record of 10-0, Saidov’s performance solidified his status as a contender in the division. Training alongside fighters like Shara Magomedov and Valter Walker, Saidov is viewed as a potential dark horse in the light heavyweight ranks. Sam Patterson, a welterweight, returned to his finishing ways with a second-round TKO over veteran Santiago Ponzinibbio.#ufc #sam_patterson #ufc_abu_dhabi #valter_walker #muhammad_saidov
