Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez: UFC Championship Contender
Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez showed his determination to become a UFC champion with a dominant performance on Saturday. Hernandez (15-2) submitted Roman Dolidze (15-4), ranked number 9 in middleweight, with a rear-naked choke at 2:45 of the fourth round at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas. This victory extends his winning streak to eight consecutive wins.Hernandez hurt Dolidze with a right hand and an elbow, followed by knee strikes to the head. Dolidze, visibly affected, was submitted by Hernandez, who secured his ninth submission finish. According to UFC statistics, Hernandez outstruck Dolidze in total strikes (108-47) and landed 9 of 11 takedowns. Dolidze, who suffered his first loss since February 2024, was outmatched in all aspects of the fight. Hernandez, training at MMA Gold in California, has defeated figures like Dolidze, Brendan Allen, and Michel Pereira in his last three fights. Before Saturday’s fight, he was ranked number 10 in the division.I want a shot at the title. What do I have to do? This is all I know, violence and war. Give me a shot at the title and I promise I’ll be the next champion.
Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez