Reinier de Ridder Wins UFC Debut with R3 Submission Victory Over Gerald Meerschaert at 1:44

Nov 10, 2024, 01:57 AM

Reinier de Ridder, a former two-time ONE Championship titleholder, made an impressive UFC debut by defeating Gerald Meerschaert via submission at UFC Vegas 100. The fight, which served as the co-main event, saw de Ridder secure a victory with an arm triangle choke at 1:44 of the third round. This win marks de Ridder's first in the UFC, positioning him as a potential contender in the middleweight division. The bout was competitive, with both fighters showing resilience, but de Ridder ultimately prevailed, showcasing his high-level grappling skills. Notably, de Ridder scored a knockdown in the third round. This was Meerschaert's first submission loss since 2018.