Diego Lopes vs. Jean Silva delivered everything expected from two of the most violent fighters in the featherweight division. The Noche UFC headliners offered more momentum swings, action and blood than should be possible in 10 minutes. Ultimately, Lopes had more weapons at his disposal to get the job done and score the second-round TKO victory in San Antonio.

Lopes and Silva leaned on their respective A-games, grappling and striking, in a surefire Fight of the Year contender. Lopes dominated Round 1 after taking Silva down. Lopes quickly settled into a mount high on Silva's chest, raining down slicing elbows and punches. A recent amendment allowing 12-6 elbows benefited Lopes, who effectively employed that weapon. Silva's madman demeanor did not wave under the barrage, as he smiled at Lo

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