In the co-main event of UFC Fight Night 237 in Mexico City on the morning of February 25, American fighter Brian Ortega defeated Mexican Yair Rodriguez with a chokehold in the third round.
As a result, Ortega now ranks second in the list of featherweight fighters in the UFC with the most early victories - 7. American Ricardo Lamas also has the same number of finishes. It's worth noting that former division champion Max Holloway holds the top spot with 11.
Ortega defeated Rodriguez with a chokehold in the third round. Their first encounter took place in July 2022 during UFC on ABC 3, ending with Rodriguez's technical knockout victory (shoulder injury) in the first round.
The 33-year-old Ortega boasts 16 wins and three losses, while 31-year-old Rodriguez has 19 wins and five losses to his name.