Joseph Morales Submits Matt Schnell at UFC Vegas 111
Joseph Morales secured his eighth career submission during the UFC Vegas 111 event, swiftly defeating Matt Schnell in the co-main event.
Fight Highlights
Early in the fight, Matt Schnell tried to take down Morales, but Morales quickly seized control by going for a kimura. He then transitioned to the crucifix position, trapping Schnell.
As Schnell struggled to escape, he exposed his neck, which allowed Morales to switch from the kimura attempt to a guillotine choke. Morales locked in the chokehold almost immediately.
“Morales forced Schnell to tap out just past the two-minute mark of the opening round.”
Official Result
- Winner: Joseph Morales
- Method: Submission (guillotine choke)
- Time: 2:54 of Round 1
Morales demonstrated dominant grappling skills, finishing the fight quickly with an effective submission technique.