Joselyne Edwards vs Tamires Vidal — Fight recap

Joselyne Edwards submitted Tamires Vidal via submission in the third round at 4:33 on October 19, 2024, with referee Herb Dean officiating. Edwards dominated the striking exchanges, landing 81 of 134 significant strikes at 60% accuracy while controlling the action for 4:30 of fight time.

She successfully executed 4 of 7 takedown attempts at 57%, establishing a clear grappling advantage that Vidal could not counter, as Vidal managed zero takedowns on one attempt. The striking differential was substantial—Edwards landed 48 head strikes and 20 body strikes compared to Vidal's 34 total significant strikes at 49% accuracy.

Edwards' control of the clinch and ground positioning ultimately led to the submission finish, showcasing her ability to blend striking efficiency with wrestling fundamentals. The victory solidifies Edwards' standing in a competitive division and positions her for a step up in competition.