Pros react after Amanda Lemos stops Michelle Waterson at UFC Long Island

Today’s UFC Long Island event was co-headlined by a women’s strawweight fight featuring Michelle Waterson taking on Amanda Lemos.

Waterson (18-10 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a unanimous decision loss to Marina Rodriguez her last time out. ‘The Karate Hottie’ has gone 1-3 over her past four Octagon appearances overall prior to today’s event.

Meanwhile, Amanda Lemos (12-2-1 MMA) was also be looking to return to the win column this afternoon in New York. The Brazilian was coming off a first round submission loss to Jessica Andrade in her most recent effort back in April.

Tonight’s UFC Long Island co-main event resulted in a second round submission victory for Amanda Lemos. The Brazilian jumped on a guillotine choke which forced Michelle Waterson to tapout.

Official UFC Long Island Result: Amanda Lemos def. Michelle Waterson via submission in Round 2

Check out how the pros reacted to ‘Waterson vs. Lemos’ below:

https://twitter.com/TabathaRicci/status/1548400835322732546

Lemos wants to take her head home

— JIMI MANUWA (@POSTERBOYJM) July 16, 2022

What a savage Lemos is. #UFCLongIsland

— JIMI MANUWA (@POSTERBOYJM) July 16, 2022

Post-fight reactions to Amanda Lemos defeating Michelle Waterson at UFC Long Island:

https://twitter.com/MartinBudayUFC/status/1548403448432902148

I think Lemos could take the belt. She beats the champ #UFCLongIsland

— JIMI MANUWA (@POSTERBOYJM) July 16, 2022

Who would you like to see Amanda Lemos fight next following her submission victory over Michelle Waterson at today’s UFC Long Island event? Share your thoughts in the comment section PENN Nation!