Gerald Meerschaert Breaks Record with 12 Finishes, Defeats Edmen Shahbazyan in Round 2 at UFC Vegas 96

Aug 25, 2024, 02:32 AM

Gerald Meerschaert achieved a significant milestone at UFC Vegas 96 by defeating Edmen Shahbazyan via submission with an arm-triangle choke in the second round at 4:12. This victory marks Meerschaert's 12th finish in the UFC middleweight division, breaking the previous record held by Anderson Silva. Additionally, Meerschaert now ties with Jim Miller for the second-most submissions in UFC history, with 12, just behind Charles Oliveira's 16 and surpassing Damian Maia. The fight showcased Meerschaert's resilience and ability to execute a comeback, solidifying his reputation in the UFC.