Mauricio Ruffy made a stunning debut at UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro, securing a Performance of the Night award with his victory over Jamie Mullarkey. Ruffy's win was part of a successful night for Brazilian fighters, who collectively went 4-0 in the early prelims with a 100% finish rate. Ruffy, who finished Mullarkey with strikes, was one of four fighters to earn performance bonuses, alongside Alessandro Costa, Michel Pereira, and Caio Borralho. The event, which saw no Fight of the Night awarded, marked a significant moment for Ruffy, drawing comparisons to Conor McGregor and signaling his potential in the lightweight division.
Mauricio Ruffy reacts to Conor McGregor comparisons after spectacular UFC 301 debut https://t.co/BIv41PhTUF
Reflections #UFC301 : A ⭐️ is born Mauricio Ruffy Biggest disappointment: Martinez fell into hero worship trap Surprise: how GREAT Aldo still looks after retiring Best bet that lost: Erceg. Dude is the truth. We’ll never get a better number on him going forward 👏🇧🇷 @ufc https://t.co/RlhpJAyo67
UFC 301 Results: Bonus Winners On Huge Night For Brazilian Fighters https://t.co/SHr5lYD1P2
UFC 301 Sees Bonuses Go to Flashy Demolidor, Newcomer Ruffy via @CagesideJay #MMA #UFC #UFC301 https://t.co/WDxkqDvdGU
💰 #UFC301 Bonuses 💰 ⭐️ Performance of the Night ⭐️ - Caio Borralho - Michel Pereira - Mauricio Ruffy - Alessandro Costa #POTN 🔥 Fight of the Night 🔥 No #FOTN tonight #UFC #MMATwitter https://t.co/Z496x6AVmQ
#UFC301 bonuses: Four Performance of the Night awards: Mauricio Ruffy, Alessandro Costa, Michel Pereira and Caio Borralho
Brazil’s Mauricio Ruffy made a statement in his impressive debut at UFC 301, finishing his opponent with strikes, sending a message to the current champ and drawing some lofty comparisons. @MikeyJ_MMA has the story. https://t.co/CWqWBQILhF
Mauricio Ruffy def. Jamie Mullarkey at UFC 301 📸🇧🇷🎞️: Best photos from Rio de Janeiro #UFC301 #UFCRio https://t.co/eToGwuSaZD
100% finish rate! 🇧🇷 Mauricio Ruffy's looking like a serious problem for the lightweight division! #UFC301 https://t.co/1b0iB4uyGd
Ruffy has Arrived! No judges needed, just how we like it! x2 #UFC301 https://t.co/lEaFQArFyH
MAURICIO RUFFY GETS IT DONE IN 1️⃣ Lightweight contender incoming? ✈️ Brazil: 4-0 🇧🇷 #UFC301 https://t.co/BPC0665Jqi
FLAWLESS VICTORY 😤 🇧🇷 Mauricio Tuffy just ANNOUNCED himself on his Octagon debut! #UFC301 https://t.co/uiAic6q4Nf
Ruffy looked absolutely amazing against Mullarkey! Incredible performance. Brazilians go 4-0 on the early prelims.