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Joel Alvarez successful in welterweight debut with dominant decision over Vicente Luque at UFC Rio

Joel Alvarez successful in welterweight debut with dominant decision over Vicente Luque at UFC Rio

Spanish finisher Joel Alvarez made an emphatic statement in his welterweight debut, cruising to his first unanimous decision victory over veteran Vicente Luque at UFC Rio on Saturday night.

Joel Alvarez News / HITC / October 12

Joel Alvarez’s controversial win over Marc Diakiese draws criticism before UFC Rio

A fighter returning to the Octagon on Saturday night once found himself on the right side of a controversial referee decision. UFC 301 heads to Rio de Janeiro’s Farmasi Arena, with plenty of familiar faces ready to put on a show.

Vicente Luque News / BoxingNews.com / October 10
UFC Fight Night – Vicente Luque vs Joel Alvarez: Preview & Betting Tips

UFC Fight Night – Vicente Luque vs Joel Alvarez: Preview & Betting Tips

Two of the UFC’s most dangerous finishers collide in a thrilling short-notice matchup as Vicente Luque welcomes Joel Alvarez to the welterweight division.

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