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Edmen Shahbazyan destroys 0-3 UFC fighter, returns to win column in Las Vegas

Originally posted on MMA on SI  |  By Chris De Santiago  |  Last updated Feb 15, 2025 8:34 PM ET

Edmen Shahbazyan is back, and in a big way.

Shahbazyan Scores Beautiful Finish

The once-hot UFC middleweight prospect regained some momentum on Saturday following wins and losses traded to the best in the world. Coming off a loss to Gerald Meerschaert his last time out, Shahbazyan rebounded in emphatic fashion at UFC Vegas 102.

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Shahbazyan, 27, would fight Dylan Budka (0-2 in UFC), a younger fighter also signed from Dana White's Contender Series. A considerable step down in competition, Shahbazyan returned to form against Budka, turning off his lights with a combo in Round 1.

Two punches is all it took to wobble Budka and sent him to the ground, the referee then stopping the contest.

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This article first appeared on MMA on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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