Anthony Smith Obliterates Chase Sherman in Brutal Bareknuckle MMA Debut
In a striking return to competitive fighting, Anthony Smith showcased his skills at the Gamebred Fighting Championships. Facing off against fellow UFC veteran Chase Sherman, Smith made a powerful statement in his bareknuckle MMA debut.
Anthony Smith Dominates Chase Sherman
The event took place on Friday night in the Dominican Republic. Smith utilized his exceptional jab and impressive speed to overwhelm Sherman. Experience played a crucial role as Smith quickly gained control of the bout.
Despite Sherman’s attempts to counter with leg kicks, Smith’s striking proficiency proved too much. He effectively landed jabs and short hooks that significantly affected Sherman before bringing the fight to the ground. Smith finished the match with a rear-naked choke submission in the first round at 3:21.
Key Fight Highlights
- Event: Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA
- Location: Dominican Republic
- Winner: Anthony Smith via submission
- Duration: 1st round, 3:21
- Opponent: Chase Sherman
Alongside Smith’s victory, another former UFC title challenger, Thiago Santos, made headlines. Santos achieved his first win since October 2021, defeating Guto Inocente in a co-main event with a first-round TKO at 4:21.
Full Fight Results
| Fighter 1 | Fighter 2 | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Smith | Chase Sherman | Submission (3:21) |
| Thiago Santos | Guto Inocente | TKO (4:21) |
| Elias Santos | Landon Quinones | Split Decision |
| Jhonasky Sojo | Charles Rosa | Unanimous Decision |
| Denis Petrov | Oscar Hierro Sosa | TKO (1:04) |
| Ray Cooper III | Glaucio Eliziario | TKO (2:18) |
| Luis Pena | Carlos Alexandre | Submission (2:44) |
| Said Sowma | Nikolay Kovalenko | TKO (4:31) |
| Michael Polanco | Trevor Shurpnel | Submission (2:38) |
| Santiago Soriano | Damaury Ramos | TKO (3:09) |
With this win, Anthony Smith advances in the heavyweight tournament. A grand prize of $500,000 awaits the tournament champion, raising the stakes for upcoming competitions. Fans eagerly anticipate subsequent fights as the tournament progresses.
