Last Saturday, the UFC wrapped up an electrifying five-event series in March with UFC on ESPN 64 held at the prestigious Arena CDMX in Mexico City. The event was a sensational showcase of talent, and the atmosphere was ripe with excitement, especially with local hero Brandon Moreno stepping into the octagon.

Main Event Summary

In the main event, Moreno (23-8-2 MMA, 11-4-2 UFC), a beloved figure in Mexican MMA, defeated Steve Erceg (12-4 MMA, 3-3 UFC) by unanimous decision, finally breaking his winless streak on hometown soil. Moreno's performance not only marked a significant personal victory but also reignited his journey in the UFC, improving his record to 8-3-2 since returning to the promotion in September 2019.

Noteworthy Stats from UFC on ESPN 64

- Event Figures: A total of 19,731 fans filled the arena, generating a live gate of $2,530,474. The UFC also disbursed $168,500 in promotional guidelines compliance payouts.

- Fighter Debut Success: Of the fighters making their debut, 2 out of 2 claimed victory, adding to the excitement of the night.

- Performance Bonuses: Manuel Torres, Edgar Chairez, David Martinez, and Ateba Gautier each received $50,000 bonuses for their standout performances.

- Favorable Odds: Betting favorites took the edge with a 9-2 record across the card, showcasing the predictability of some matchups, although one fight featured even odds.

Young Star Breaks Records

One of the night's standout performances came from the youngest fighter on the card, Raul Rosas Jr. At just 20 years old, he became the youngest competitor in UFC history to claim five victories, after defeating Vince Morales (11-10 MMA, 3-8 UFC). This milestone makes Rosas Jr.'s record an impressive feat that may take years to surpass.

Morales faced his fourth consecutive loss, unable to secure a victory since December 2021. This marks a challenging phase in his career, with seven of his eight losses in the UFC coming via decision.

Highlighting Other Fights

- Manuel Torres continued his streak, defeating Drew Dober and pushing his overall record to 16 wins, 15 of which have come by way of stoppage.

- Edgar Chairez showcased his grappling prowess by submitting CJ Vergara, keeping his record clean with two victories in the UFC, both by submission.

- David Martinez also debuted with a win, defeating Saimon Oliveira and continuing his trend of finishing fights, with 10 of his 12 victories achieved via stoppage.

Fan favorites like Loopy Godinez and Rafa Garcia also showcased their skills with decision wins, upping their stakes in the competitive landscape of their respective divisions.

In total, the evening provided an exciting blend of finishes and decisions, with an overall fight time of 2 hours and 11 minutes among the 12 bouts. As the UFC heads into new events, fighters and fans alike are eager to see what fresh tales will unfold in the octagon.

Stay tuned for ongoing coverage and analysis as fighters look ahead to their next challenges in the exhilarating world of mixed martial arts!