Overview

• Official result: Hughes defeated Bannon by submission via rear-naked choke at 1:58 of Round 2.
• The matchup opened the UFC Paris card at Accor Arena in Paris, France.
• Hughes dictated Round 1 with takedowns, long stretches of top control, side control and a crucifix attempt.
• Early in Round 2 she capitalized on a caught kick, moved back to side control, secured hooks and finished the choke in the center of the Octagon.
• Bannon showed brief resistance with scrambling and upkick threats, but Hughes maintained control and celebrated by climbing the cage.