Billy Elekana Survives Early Scare, Chokes Out Junior Tafa – UFC 325 Highlights
Billy Elekana scored his third straight win inside the Octagon, defeating Junior Tafa in the UFC 325 featured preliminary bout.
Tafa found early success, connecting with a big right hand in the opening minute that had Elekana reeling. Instead of rushing in, Tafa kept his cool and continued to piece up his opponent in the opening stanza.
However, the tide would turn in the second after Elekana landed a combination that sent Tafa crashing to the canvas. Following his opponent to the mat, it was just a matter of time before the ‘Son of Susie’ would cinch his arm under Tafa’s chin and force the former heavyweight contender to tap out.
Official Result: Billy Elekana def. Junior Tafa via submission (rear-naked choke) at 3:18 of Round 2.
