Cody Brundage vs Dalcha Lungiambula — Fight recap

Cody Brundage submitted Dalcha Lungiambula via submission in the first round at 3:41 on March 12, 2022. Despite being significantly out-struck—landing only 4 of 8 significant strikes compared to Lungiambula's 29 of 56—Brundage capitalized on a crucial moment after Lungiambula secured a takedown.

Lungiambula controlled the fight for 1:52 and landed 26 head strikes, but Brundage's lone submission attempt proved decisive when he caught him on the ground. The finish highlighted Brundage's submission prowess and ability to exploit openings despite trailing in striking volume and cage control.

This victory positioned Brundage as a submission threat in the welterweight division.