UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi
UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi

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UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi

2014
Movie
139 min
English

UFC Fight Night 36: Machida vs. Mousasi was a mixed martial arts event held on February 15, 2014, at the Arena Jaraguá in Jaraguá do Sul, Brazil. The event was headlined by a middleweight bout between former world champions Lyoto Machida and Gegard Mousasi.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: UFCGenres: Combat Sports, Mixed Martial Arts

Plot Summary

UFC Fight Night 36, held in Jaraguá do Sul, Brazil, was headlined by a middleweight bout between former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Lyoto Machida and Gegard Mousasi. The event also featured a pivotal middleweight contender's bout between Ronaldo Souza and Francis Carmont. The night showcased a series of exciting matchups within the UFC's middleweight division, aiming to establish contenders for the championship.

Critical Reception

As a UFC Fight Night event, it was primarily assessed by combat sports media and fans. The main event between Machida and Mousasi was highly anticipated and generally well-received for its technical striking and strategic depth. The co-main event, Souza vs. Carmont, was also a key matchup, with Souza's dominant performance drawing significant attention. Overall, the event was considered a success for delivering competitive fights and advancing the middleweight division's narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lyoto Machida showcased his signature elusive style to defeat Gegard Mousasi via unanimous decision.

  • Ronaldo 'Jacaré' Souza delivered a dominant performance, submitting Francis Carmont with a rear-naked choke.

  • The event was praised for its technical middleweight matchups and exciting finishes, particularly the co-main event.

Google audience: Audience reception is typically measured through fan ratings and discussions on MMA forums and social media rather than a formal Google User score for specific fight nights.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (as it is a specific fight night event, not a film or series)

Fun Fact

Gegard Mousasi's corner famously included his brother, who also competes in MMA, adding a unique familial dynamic to his corner team.

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