Moicano Submits Duncan in UFC Vegas 115 Main Event

Brazilian veteran earns key victory to stay in lightweight top 10 rankings

Apr. 5, 2026 at 3:05am

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Renato 'Money' Moicano defeated Chris Duncan via submission (rear-naked choke) in the main event of UFC Vegas 115 on Saturday night. Moicano, who was the betting underdog, dominated the fight with his striking before locking in the fight-ending submission in the second round.

Why it matters

This win keeps Moicano ranked in the UFC lightweight division's top 10, maintaining his status as one of the top contenders in the stacked 155-pound weight class. The victory also boosts Moicano's profile as a fan favorite in the division.

The details

Moicano landed crisp jabs and counter right hands early to establish his range against the hard-hitting Duncan. In the second round, Moicano landed a big combination that dropped Duncan, allowing him to take top position. After softening Duncan up with ground-and-pound, Moicano was able to sink in the fight-ending rear-naked choke.

  • The event took place on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The players

Renato 'Money' Moicano

A top-10 ranked UFC lightweight who earned a key submission victory to maintain his standing in the division.

Chris Duncan

Moicano's lightweight teammate who was the betting favorite heading into the main event bout.

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What’s next

Moicano's victory sets him up for a bigger fight in his next UFC appearance as he looks to continue climbing the lightweight rankings.

The takeaway

Moicano's impressive main event performance showcases his status as one of the top lightweights in the UFC, as he was able to overcome the betting odds and submit a tough opponent in his teammate Duncan.