AUSTIN, Texas – Maria Oliveira had to put in 15 minutes of hard work to get her first UFC win Saturday.
Oliveira (13-5 MMA, 1-1 UFC) took a split decision from Gloria de Paula (6-5 MMA, 1-3 UFC) on the preliminary card at UFC on ESPN 37 in Austin, Texas. Oliveira was one of five upset winners on the card.
After the fight, the Brazilian said she was surprised the fight was a split call with the three judges.
For what Oliveira had to say about her win over de Paula, as well as what she wants next, check out the full interview in the video above.
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