Alessio Sakara vs Dean Lister — Fight recap

Dean Lister submitted Alessio Sakara via submission in round one at 1:20, with referee Herb Dean officiating. Sakara managed only one significant strike on three attempts (33% accuracy) while accumulating 1:50 of control time, but failed to convert any offensive momentum.

Lister, despite landing just one significant strike on two attempts (50%), executed two submission attempts and caught Sakara in a decisive grappling sequence that ended the fight. The bout showcased Lister's grappling superiority over Sakara's striking base, as the Italian striker could not establish distance or defend against the submission threat.

Lister's quick finish demonstrated the effectiveness of his ground game against opponents unprepared for his wrestling-based approach.