After almost a year of relative inactivity in the lightweight division, the 155-pound weight class has an interim champion in Tony Ferguson. El Cucuy defeated Kevin Lee to claim the interim belt via third-round submission in the main event of UFC 216 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
The fight was a crowning moment for Ferguson, but it came with positive moments for Lee.
Both fighters came out hot, with both landing early knockdowns. The UFC passed along the exciting start:
Before the third round, it appeared Lee had the advantage on the ground.