Ariane Carnelossi vs Istela Nunes — Fight recap

Ariane Carnelossi submitted Istela Nunes via submission in round three at 1:57, controlling the grappling exchanges throughout the bout. Carnelossi landed 36 of 108 significant strikes (33%) while successfully executing five of seven takedown attempts (71%), accumulating 7:04 of control time that proved decisive.

Nunes, despite out-striking her opponent with 62 of 119 significant strikes (52%), could not translate her striking volume into fight control, managing zero takedowns and remaining on her back for extended periods. The submission finish capped a performance where Carnelossi's wrestling prowess dictated positioning and prevented Nunes from establishing her range.

The victory underscored Carnelossi's ability to neutralize superior strikers through grappling dominance in the women's flyweight division.