UFC: Ultimate 175 Greatest Fights 1993-2009 Season 1 Episode 14 Matt Hughes vs Carlos Newton UFC 34
- TV-MA
- November 2, 2001
- 15 min
Matt Hughes and Carlos Newton face off in this thrilling episode of UFC: Ultimate 175 Greatest Fights. UFC 34 was a pivotal moment in the sport's history, featuring some of the biggest names in MMA at the time. In this must-see fight, Hughes and Newton battle it out for the welterweight championship, with both fighters determined to come out on top.
Hughes, a two-time NCAA Division I All-American, was known for his powerful wrestling and ground-and-pound style. Newton, on the other hand, was a skilled submission artist with exceptional grappling skills. The contrast in styles between the two fighters makes for an intense and exciting fight.
As the two men enter the Octagon, the tension is palpable. Both fighters are ready to go all-out in order to win the championship belt. The first round begins with both fighters testing each other's skills and trying to find an opening. Hughes takes control early on, using his wrestling to take Newton down and control him on the mat.
But Newton is not one to be underestimated. In the second round, he starts to find his rhythm, using his grappling skills to reverse Hughes and take him down. The momentum shifts back and forth between the two fighters, each one landing significant strikes and attempting submissions.
As the third round begins, it's clear that this fight could go either way. Both fighters are visibly exhausted but refuse to give up. Hughes manages to land a few solid strikes, but Newton continues to push forward, looking for an opportunity to finish the fight.
The climax of the fight is nothing short of spectacular. In the final minutes of the third round, Newton manages to get Hughes in a triangle choke, a highly effective submission move that puts pressure on the opponent's neck and cuts off their air supply. Hughes tries to resist, but eventually falls unconscious, giving Newton the victory by submission.
This fight is a prime example of the level of skill and determination required to become a UFC champion. Hughes and Newton put everything on the line in what is considered one of the greatest fights in the history of the sport. UFC: Ultimate 175 Greatest Fights showcases the best moments from the first 16 years of UFC history, highlighting the most unforgettable battles and iconic moments. This episode is a must-see for any fan of MMA, featuring two of the sport's most legendary fighters going head-to-head in a battle for the ages.