UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson has officially tied one of the most prestigious records in combat sports -- Anderson Silva's mark of 10 consecutive title defenses.
Johnson (26-2-1) recorded his 10th defense at UFC Fight Night on Saturday, submitting Wilson Reis (22-7) via armbar at 4:49 of the third round. The 125-pound championship fight headlined the event, inside Sprint Center in Kansas City.
The finish was downright merciful; it was obvious Reis had no chance at dethroning the champ. Johnson outlanded Reis in total strikes 107 to 19, according to Fightmetric.