Alex Perez vs Deiveson Figueiredo — Fight recap

Deiveson Figueiredo submitted Alex Perez via submission in the first round at 2:57, retaining his flyweight title in dominant fashion. Perez landed 6 of 14 significant strikes (42%) and managed 37 seconds of control time, while Figueiredo was more efficient, connecting on 5 of 8 significant strikes at a 62% clip.

The champion needed just one submission attempt to finish the fight, showcasing the technical grappling advantage that defined the matchup. Perez's wrestling proved ineffective, failing on both takedown attempts as Figueiredo controlled the pace from the opening bell.

The quick submission reinforced Figueiredo's status as the division's premier talent and left the flyweight title picture uncertain heading into 2021.