Julia Polastri vs Patricia Alujas — Fight recap

Julia Polastri defeated Patricia Alujas by submission at 4:05 of Round 2. Polastri established the more efficient striking game before turning to her grappling, landing 84 of 152 significant strikes at a 55% rate, compared with Alujas’ 53 of 168 at 31%.

She consistently found openings upstairs and to the body, connecting with 53 head strikes and 21 body strikes while avoiding extended damage in return. Alujas maintained a high-volume approach, but her reduced accuracy limited its effectiveness and allowed Polastri to dictate the exchanges and control the cage.

The decisive tactical shift came when Polastri completed her only takedown attempt, converting at 100% and accumulating 3:23 of control time. Alujas recorded no takedowns or control time, leaving her without a meaningful grappling response once the fight reached the mat.

Polastri then capitalized with her lone submission attempt to secure the finish late in the second round. The result strengthened Polastri’s position as a developing strawweight contender.