While the American defended well initially, he gave up his back in an attempt to get back to his feet, and Dos Anjos pounced, climbing on his back and quickly attacking the neck. He didn’t even need to get his forearm under the neck — he simply clamped onto the neck and twisted, squeezing out a tap.
This was a record-setting effort all around for Dos Anjos, who passed Frankie Edgar for the most time spent in the Octagon along with earning his 21st UFC victory to climb into the Top 5.
Following the victory, “RDA” called for a date with Conor McGregor, citing the synergy of his lightweight title win over Donald Cerrone in Orlando six years ago in lobbying for the chance to face the notorious Irishman whenever he returns. | Official Scorecards
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