Felipe Franco’s Takedown Backfires as Brendson Ribeiro Scores Guillotine Victory

Brendson Ribeiro came into UFC Vegas 122 riding a four-fight losing streak, missed weight on Friday, and desperately needed something to go his way. Apparently, Felipe Franco didn’t get the memo. Ribeiro turned Franco’s takedown attempt into a one-way ticket to submission city, locking up a nasty guillotine choke and putting an early end to the fight Saturday night. It wasn’t exactly a picture-perfect fight week for Ribeiro, but after four straight losses, he’ll gladly take a finish and a trip back to the win column. Round 1 – The two fighters took their time feeling each other out early...